Explosion destroys building in central Athens tourist district, three injured
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An explosion destroyed a two-story residential building in the Plaka tourist district of central Athens on Friday, injuring three people. Debris damaged nearby homes, shops and vehicles, and one passerby was among the injured.
Key Facts
- The explosion occurred near the Acropolis and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
- Three people were injured, including one passerby and two women trapped in a neighboring building.
- The blast hurled stones and glass shards up to three blocks away.
- At least five people lived in the destroyed building, part of which was rented to tourists.
The Explosion
The blast destroyed a two-story residential building in Plaka, a tourist district near the Acropolis and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. The cause of the explosion remains unknown, and firefighters were still inspecting the site, according to police. The building was left almost completely destroyed, with twisted metal structures, shattered balconies and concrete slabs remaining.
Casualties and Rescue
Three people were injured, including one passerby and two women who were trapped in a neighboring building. Rescuers freed the two women and took them to a hospital. Firefighters and ambulance crews arrived at the scene.
Damage and Area
The force of the explosion sent stones and glass shards flying up to three blocks away. Debris damaged nearby houses, shops and cars. Plaka has many hotels and short-term rental apartments, and large numbers of tourists walk its narrow streets daily. At least five people lived in the destroyed building, part of which was rented to tourists, according to a police source.
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