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Sao Paulo Fire: Gas Explosion Rocks Neighborhood
12 May
Summary
- A fire possibly caused by a gas explosion occurred in Sao Paulo.
- Several homes were damaged and injuries were reported.
- The blaze occurred in the Jaguare neighborhood, distant from the city center.
On Monday, a fire believed to have originated from a gas explosion caused considerable damage in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The incident occurred in the Jaguare neighborhood, located approximately 16 km from the city's central district. Visual reports from local media depicted widespread destruction, with smoke billowing and rooftops severely damaged.
The fire department responded promptly, dispatching twelve engines to the scene to extinguish the blaze. While several homes sustained damage and there were reports of injuries, the precise number of casualties has not yet been officially released. The situation unfolded roughly 10 miles from Sao Paulo's core urban area.
