13 February 2025
A believed gas explosion occurred in Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung central Taiwan, resulting in multiple casualties. Initial reports varied but latest information indicates at least five people have died and seven to eleven others were injured.
Explosion took place on 12th floor of the building where construction or renovations underways. Food court located on 12th floor was closed due to construction. Eyewitness reports that some people blown out of windows on 12th floor. Video footage on social media showed trash flying off the building and dust billowing from inside.
Emergency services including firefighters and ambulances were immediately dispatched to the situation. Police secured area and imposed traffic controls to facilitate rescue operations and ensures public safety. Department store was evacuated. Taichung's mayor Lu Shiow-yen reported feeling the vibration from the explosion at her nearby office. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion with a gas leak suspected
A believed gas explosion occurred in Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung central Taiwan, resulting in multiple casualties. Initial reports varied but latest information indicates at least five people have died and seven to eleven others were injured.
Explosion took place on 12th floor of the building where construction or renovations underways. Food court located on 12th floor was closed due to construction. Eyewitness reports that some people blown out of windows on 12th floor. Video footage on social media showed trash flying off the building and dust billowing from inside.
Emergency services including firefighters and ambulances were immediately dispatched to the situation. Police secured area and imposed traffic controls to facilitate rescue operations and ensures public safety. Department store was evacuated. Taichung's mayor Lu Shiow-yen reported feeling the vibration from the explosion at her nearby office. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion with a gas leak suspected
