Five People Injured in Gas Explosion in Ksar Saïd Apartment (Thursday, 19 February 2026)
A gas explosion struck an apartment building in the Ksar Saïd district on Thursday evening, leaving five people injured, according to an informed source.
- Victims: Among the injured is a middle‑aged man whose condition is described as serious.
- Cause: The blast was triggered by a leak of natural gas.
- Damage: Structural damage was also reported in at least four neighboring apartments.
Emergency Response
- First responders: Civil protection teams and security units arrived quickly at the scene to assist the victims.
- Medical care: All injured persons were evacuated to a nearby hospital where they received appropriate treatment.
Investigation
Authorities plan to open a formal investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the gas leak and subsequent explosion.
Source: Mosaïque FM
