At least 7 people killed after explosion and fire in south west France
At least seven people, including two children, have been killed after an explosion in southwestern France.
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The incident took place around 1:30 am on Monday in the main street of Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque.
The newborn baby was one of two children killed during the incident, according to local media sources.
“This is a real drama that took place in Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque, in the Pyrénées-Orientales. The provisional death toll is 7, including 2 children. On behalf of the Nation, I extend my full support and solidarity to the families and loved ones of the victims,” French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said on Twitter.
Seriously injured, a 27-year-old man is currently in intensive care in Montpellier. (ILKHA)