Greek authorities seek answers after six killed in Athens apartment block explosion
Summary
A two-storey apartment building in the Plaka district of Athens collapsed after an explosion, killing six people, including four American tourists and a British couple. Greek authorities are investigating the cause of the blast, which happened early Saturday morning, and rescue teams searched for survivors amid rubble.Key Facts
- The building collapsed within seconds after an explosion in central Athens.
- Six people died: four Americans, a British man, and his Greek wife.
- The explosion occurred in the historic tourist area of Plaka, near the Acropolis.
- Police used thermal cameras, geophones (devices to detect vibrations), machines, and dogs to search for survivors.
- The American victims were staying in a short-term rental on the first floor and were reported missing after they missed a flight.
- The British man was partially disabled and lived on the second floor with his wife.
- At least three people were injured by flying debris from the blast.
- Authorities suspect a gas leak might have caused the explosion but are still investigating various possibilities.
- The Greek government has been trying to regulate short-term rentals in Plaka due to housing issues.
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