Four Americans Die After Building Collapse Due to Explosion in Greece
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Rescue teams in Athens recovered six bodies, including four American citizens, following a building collapse caused by a gas explosion in the Plaka district on September 26, 2026. The explosion, which occurred early Friday morning, led to the evacuation of nearby buildings due to damage. Two women were injured in a neighboring structure. The Greek mayor, Haris Doukas, indicated that the cause of the explosion is under investigation. Video footage showed debris scattered across the street, damaging parked cars. Local residents reported that the rescued individuals were tourists, and a nearby church will hold Sunday services outdoors due to the damage.
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