06 Dec 2019 | 05:05 PM UTC
Slovakia: Gas explosion leaves at least five dead in Prešov December 6
Gas explosion at apartment block in Prešov leaves at least five dead December 6; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected over the coming hours
Event
A gas explosion has reportedly left at least five people dead and dozens of others injured at an apartment block in Prešov on Friday, December 6. Approximately 85 firefighters have been deployed to the scene of the blast to combat a blaze impacting the top five floors of the 12-story building. According to local authorities, the building is at risk of collapsing.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected near the site of the explosion over the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Presov are advised to monitor developments, avoid the vicinity of the explosion, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.
