Poland: Authorities respond to gas explosion in industrial facility in Glogow May 24

Event

Emergency personnel are responding to a gas explosion at an industrial facility on Portowa Street, Glogow, on May 24. The location affected is reportedly a gas bottling facility on the outskirts of Glogow. Authorities evacuated one person injured from the area. The explosion impacted the area causing damage to a nearby building, vehicle traffic disruptions on Rudnowska Street, and rail transport disruptions.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely to continue over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the vicinity of the blast until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized traffic disruptions; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area through May 24. Adhere to instructions issued by authorities.