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Gas Blast in Atarfe Injures Four, Triggers Evacuation of About 20 Residents

Investigators suspect a gas leak caused the fire.

Overview

  • Emergency services reported the deflagration shortly before 20:00 in a top-floor apartment on Calle Alcoholera in the Granada-area town of Atarfe.
  • Health officials said three people suffered burns and a firefighter was hurt by a falling structure, with two others treated at the scene for anxiety and minor injuries.
  • Roughly 20 residents from six homes were evacuated while authorities evaluate potential structural damage to the building.
  • The mayor said hotel rooms have been offered to displaced neighbors, and described the interior of the block as extensively damaged.
  • Firefighters from Granada worked with Guardia Civil, local police, Civil Protection volunteers and the gas supplier after more than 20 calls reported the blast and fire.