An explosion at a cafe in Madrid’s Vallecas district on Saturday injured 21 people, with three sustaining serious injuries, according to Spanish emergency services. The blast, which occurred around 3 p.m. local time, has prompted a large-scale emergency response and an ongoing investigation.
The powerful explosion ripped through the cafe, located in the south-central district of the Spanish capital, causing significant damage to the establishment and surrounding buildings. Police and fire services quickly cordoned off the area to secure the site and attend to the injured.
Cause Under Investigation
While the exact cause of the blast remains unknown, a police source cited in some local reports has indicated that a gas leak is being considered as a possible cause. However, a formal determination has not yet been made, and an investigation is currently underway to determine what triggered the explosion.
Emergency crews, including firefighters and paramedics, were dispatched to the scene immediately following the blast. They worked to clear the rubble and provide medical assistance to the victims. The injured were transported to nearby hospitals, with those in critical condition receiving urgent care.
More details are awaited…