Explosion near Acropolis in Athens destroys building

Summarised from 5 outlets · Updated 25 Sept, 12:38 · Archive

A building has collapsed near Athens's Acropolis following a powerful explosion, injuring several people.

A powerful explosion has caused a building to collapse near the Acropolis in central Athens. Officials report that at least two people have been injured, with one account suggesting three. Fire crews and ambulances attended the scene, where rubble and damaged vehicles were visible.

How it is being reported

• Tourists among at least five missing as huge explosion destroys building in historic Athens districtDaily Mail · 25 Sept, 12:50
• Explosion rocks Athens with three injured in building collapseIndependent World · 25 Sept, 11:53
• Explosion near Acropolis in Greece injures at least 2 people, collapses a buildingNew York Post · 25 Sept, 10:28
• Powerful explosion in Athens destroys building near AcropolisSky News · 25 Sept, 09:11
• Athens rocked by huge blast as fire starts and building collapses into streetThe Mirror · 25 Sept, 07:22

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