13.02.2025 10:12
An explosion at a shopping mall in Taichung, Taiwan, resulted in the deaths of 5 people and injured 7 others. The main road was closed to traffic due to broken glass, and an investigation has been launched regarding the incident. Meanwhile, the moment of the explosion was captured second by second on security cameras.
A severe explosion occurred on the 12th floor of the "Shin Kong Mitsukoshi" shopping mall in Taichung, Taiwan, which is under renovation.
Police, ambulances, and fire crews were dispatched to the area. According to a statement from the fire department, it was reported that 5 people lost their lives and 7 others were injured.
ALLEGATION OF GAS LEAK IN THE RESTAURANT
It was stated that the explosion may have originated from a gas leak in the restaurant. Taiwan's leader Lai Ching-te called for a swift investigation into the cause of the explosion. Due to broken glass from the explosion, the main road was closed to traffic, and an investigation into the incident has been initiated.