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Gas Explosion in Central Paris Kills 3 and Injures Dozens. A gas explosion in central Paris killed three people and injured dozens on Saturday morning. The explosion occurred in a building on Rue de Trévise, near the Paris Opera, at around 9:00 a.m. local time. Two firefighters and a Spanish woman were killed in the explosion. Forty-seven other people were injured, including 10 seriously. The injured were taken to local hospitals. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but it is believed to have been caused by a gas leak. Firefighters were responding to a report of a gas leak when the explosion occurred. The explosion caused significant damage to the building and surrounding area. The building was completely destroyed, and several other buildings were damaged. The explosion also caused a fire, which was extinguished by firefighters. The explosion has caused widespread disruption in the area. Rue de Trévise and the surrounding streets have been closed to traffic, and the Paris Opera has been evacuated. The French government has launched an investigation into the explosion. This is not the first time that a gas explosion has caused a tragedy in Paris. In 2019, a gas explosion at a bakery in the 9th arrondissement killed four people and injured dozens. The government has taken steps to improve safety standards for gas installations in France, but more needs to be done to prevent future tragedies. The gas explosion in central Paris is a reminder of the dangers of gas leaks. If you smell gas, it is important to evacuate the area immediately and call the fire department.

Please stay safe.