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Six die in Athens building explosion linked to gas

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Six people killed in explosion that destroyed two-story building in Athens' Plaka district, with mayor citing gas infrastructure as likely cause.

The blast, which occurred Friday at 7:30 a.m., destroyed a building housing an elderly British couple and four American tourists who were expected to check in for a flight but did not show up. Emergency teams used thermal cameras, geophones, and search dogs to locate the bodies amid rubble and debris.

Authorities investigate potential gas leak as cause, with residents warning of risks to short-term rentals in the area. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over housing regulations and emergency response in historic districts.

Officials have launched an inquiry into the explosion's cause, with reports of a gas smell in the area. The building's destruction has raised questions about safety standards and the management of short-term rentals in a tourist hotspot.

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  1. guardian — Greek authorities seek answers after six killed in Athens apartment block explosion ·
  2. abc-australia — Six bodies recovered from rubble of Athens building after explosion ·
  3. straits-times — Six dead after explosion destroys building in Athens ·

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