Gas explosion at restaurant leaves 9 dead as people were trapped inside.

As the day draws to a close, the bustling city of Beirut was shaken by a horrific incident. A popular restaurant, Pizza Secrets, located in the heart of the city, suddenly exploded, engulfing the area in thick smoke and flames. The sound of the explosion and the sight of the smoke billowing out of the restaurant drew the attention of the city's fire brigade, who rushed to the scene.

Captain Ali Negm, who was one of the first responders, shared his account of the incident with Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. He explained that it seemed like two gas canisters inside the restaurant had ruptured, leading to a massive fire that trapped eight people inside. Sadly, they were unable to escape and died of suffocation. The victims included Imad Ahmed Shuqair, Aya Hassan Marmar, Walid Muhammad Dankour, Hassan Harmoush, and Ali Musa Jab, who had all been in the restaurant at the time of the explosion.

The footage captured by the fire brigade shows the intense flames and smoke that engulfed the restaurant. The firefighters bravely worked to extinguish the fire, which was believed to have been caused by a gas leak. As they battled the blaze, the fear of the fire spreading to nearby government buildings, restaurants, and shops loomed over the crowded city center.

The aftermath of the explosion was devastating. The once lively and colorful restaurant was now nothing but a burnt-out shell. The sign that once proudly displayed the name "Pizza Secrets" was now barely recognizable, with only the letters "a" and "ts" remaining. The impact of the explosion had even damaged nearby buildings, further emphasizing the severity of the incident.

In a social media statement released at 8 PM local time, the fire officials confirmed that the explosion had resulted in two injuries and the tragic deaths of eight people who had been inside the restaurant at the time. However, as the night progressed, the number of casualties rose to nine, with four people being injured and taken to Al-Rum Hospital and Rizk Hospital for treatment.

The gravity of the situation drew the attention of Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi, who visited the site to assess the damage. The Lebanese government's National News Agency reported that a criminal investigation would be conducted to determine the cause of the explosion. Mawlawi was joined by Parliament member Ibrahim Mneimneh, who expressed concern over the safety standards of the restaurant. He stated that the accident highlighted the lack of proper safety measures in place.

The explosion at Pizza Secrets was a tragic event that shook the city of Beirut and left many families grieving. The loss of nine lives is a reminder of the importance of adhering to safety regulations and ensuring the well-being of the public. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims and those who were injured in this devastating incident.

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