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Madrid Bar Explosion Injures 25 in Puente de Vallecas as Gas Leak Suspected

Officials cite a suspected gas leak pending forensic confirmation.

Overview

  • Emergencias Madrid reports 25 injured, including three in serious condition and two potentially serious, after a blast at the Mis Tesoros bar on calle Manuel Maroto.
  • Two of the gravely injured were transferred to Hospital 12 de Octubre and Hospital La Paz, with others taken to additional Madrid hospitals.
  • Firefighters continue manual debris removal due to building instability, supported by police drones and a canine unit to check for hazards.
  • City officials say nine apartments show structural damage, including major impact to the slab between the ground and first floors.
  • Samur Social is preparing temporary rehousing for displaced residents as emergency teams maintain a large on‑scene deployment.