Explosion at Restaurant in Japan: One Fatality and Injuries Reported

An explosion occurred at a restaurant in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. A total of 18 people were injured, with one later reported dead. This information was provided by the Kyodo news agency.

The incident took place in the city of Koriyama. According to police, renovation work had recently been completed, and the restaurant was set to reopen on July 31. The building was completely leveled in the explosion. Preliminary reports suggest that a gas leak may have been the cause. Windows, walls, and roofs of buildings located within a 100-meter radius were damaged.