A gas explosion in central Istanbul on Sunday caused two buildings to collapse, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. The explosion occurred around lunchtime, prompting immediate deployment of search and rescue personnel to the scene.
According to a statement from Istanbul Governor Davut Gül's office, approximately ten people were injured in the incident and transported to hospitals. The official report from Swedish public broadcaster SVT Nyheter confirmed one death in the accident.
one person died in the incident and about ten people were injured and taken to hospital
Earlier reports from Swedish media indicated that nine people were trapped under the rubble, with eight successfully rescued and taken to hospitals without serious injuries. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, according to all available sources.
Search and rescue teams responded quickly to the incident, which occurred in a central area of Istanbul. The buildings were completely destroyed in the collapse following the gas explosion.