Argentina: Lingering disruptions likely in Villa Devoto neighborhood amid emergency response to gas explosion afternoon of Feb. 11

Event

Lingering disruptions are likely in the Villa Devoto district, Buenos Aires, amid an ongoing emergency response to a gas explosion near the intersection of Calle Quevedo and Calle Pedro Moran afternoon of Feb. 11. The explosion reportedly occurred when gas technicians responded to a leak at a residence, resulting in the death of at least one person and the collapse of a house; another person was injured in the incident.

Localized transport and business disruptions are likely in the area in the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed the instructions of security personnel.