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Trévoux Building Explosion Kills Two Children, At Least Six Victims Confirmed

Investigators are probing a possible gas leak.

Overview

  • An afternoon blast hit the ground floor of a four‑storey residential building in Trévoux, in the Ain department of France.
  • The prefecture reports at least six victims, including two children who have died, with the toll described as provisional.
  • Fifty firefighters, 36 vehicles and medical teams are on scene carrying out searches and providing care.
  • Authorities have restricted access to the area and caution that the danger has not yet been ruled out.
  • Local media images show a partially collapsed facade with debris strewn across surrounding streets.