Threat LensChemicalGas explosion at Ashura celebrations kills 17-year-old in Morocco

Gas explosion at Ashura celebrations kills 17-year-old in Morocco

Type of event:
Chemical spill or incident
Threat LensChemicalExplosivesWorldMiddle East and North Africa
By Valerio Russo

Victims

1

Wounded

1

Date

July 30, 2023

What happened


In Marocco, during the Achoura celebrations, a tragic incident occurred where a small gas cylinder was thrown into the fire, leading to a powerful explosion. As a result of this explosion, 2 minors were seriously injured. Tragically, one of them, a 17-year-old, succumbed to his injuries. The other minor is currently in critical condition and receiving medical treatment at the Hassan II provincial hospital in Settat.

Where it happened

Main sources

https://moroccolatestnews.com/17-year-old-killed-another-injured-in-gas-explosion-during-achoura-celebrations/

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