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An alleged gas explosion in Bree Street, in the Johannesburg CBD, caused mayhem an destruction on Wednesday afternoon, 19 July. Photo: Twitter @elder_I_
The Johannesburg city centre resembled a scene from an apocalyptic movie on Wednesday afternoon when chaos erupted after an alleged underground gas pipe explosion collapsed large parts of Bree Street. A minibus taxis ferrying 16 passengers was one of the many other taxis and vehicles which overturned when the road cracked, resulting in a massive gapingBree Street, in the Johannesburg CBD, was rocked by an explosion which caused the road to collapse on Wednesday afternoon. Photo: Twitter @KabeloGwamandaspokesperson Robert Mulaudzi said at least 11 people were injured of the explosion.
“Eleven people were treated for injuries. Out of the 11, one was critically injured. All of them received medical attention and they were all transported to various healthcare facilities in theGauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi was on the scene, declaring that it was a “miracle” that no fatalities were reported.He added that residents in nearby buildings had complained of headaches, chest pains and breathing difficulties due to the overpowering smell off gas in the area.
City Manager Floyd Brinks said the area remains a risk and disaster while the structural integrity of the high-rise buildings were being assessed to avoid further disaster.City Power spokesperson Isaac Mangena said they have various pipes running under the tunnels in theAccording to him, this could affect the electricity supply to Joburg residents, resulting in prolonged blackouts.
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