One man died while five others sustained injuries following an explosion at a community facility in Japan’s central Niigata prefecture today, local media reported.
Public broadcaster NHK reported that the local fire station received a report of an explosion during pipe dismantling work at Yahiko General Cultural Center in Yahiko.
According to the police and fire department, the explosion is believed to have occurred in the basement of the building, where renovation work was being carried out on the air conditioning system and toilets.
The facility has been closed since earlier this month for renovation, and no public visitors or village staff were present, the report said. Local authorities are currently investigating the incident.
Disclaimer: This press release is sourced from News On AIR, Prasar Bharti and Press Information Bureau India (PIB).
