On October 17, 2025, a powerful explosion rocked an eight-story apartment building on Calea Rahovei in Bucharest, Romania, causing partial collapse of the fifth and sixth floors. The blast resulted in the tragic deaths of three people and injured at least 13 others, some critically, with burn and trauma injuries. Emergency responders streamed to the scene, including 11 fire engines and multiple mobile intensive care units, to conduct rescue operations and evacuate residents.
The explosion also shattered windows of nearby buildings, including a high school, prompting evacuations of students and staff as a safety precaution. Romanian authorities shut off the gas supply in the affected area following reports of gas leaks prior to the blast and launched an investigation into the cause. The Ministry of Health confirmed that patients were admitted to several Bucharest hospitals, some needing specialized burn and trauma treatment.
Bucharest’s interim mayor, Stelian Bujduveanu, expressed condolences and assured that the city hall and emergency services are fully mobilized to support victims and coordinate response efforts. Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan indicated that the building may need demolition due to the extensive damage. Rescue teams are continuing efforts to locate any remaining survivors amid unstable rubble.
This disaster has drawn attention to the importance of strict gas safety measures and urgent emergency response planning in populous urban areas. The Romanian government has promised swift action to assist affected families and investigate responsibility.
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