Athens Acropolis area explosion September 2026
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Explosion destroys building near Acropolis in Athens, killing at least two
The three-storey building completely collapsed due to the force of the blast.
The explosion happened on a small road situated between the Acropolis and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
At least two people have died after an explosion destroyed a building housing a holiday rental property in the historic centre of Athens.
“We are talking about an incredible disaster.”
Six killed including four American tourists in suspected gas leak explosion in Athens
Four of the victims were United States citizens, according to Greek state broadcaster ERT and other local media.
Two women were injured in an adjacent building.
Athens Mayor Haris Doukas said the blast was believed to have been caused by a major gas leak.
“The damage extends to the entire street as well as the street behind [the building],”
Building explosion and collapse in Athens kills four American tourists
The U.S. family was composed of a couple, their son, and his girlfriend.
Four of the six people killed were American tourists.
Greek authorities did not immediately release the identities, ages, or U.S. hometowns of the American victims.
“We are talking about an incredible disaster.”