Explosion During Gas Leak in Mödling Results in Death and Serious Injury

During work in a construction pit on Wednesday morning in Mödling, gas leaked. A man died at the accident site. A second worker was flown to a hospital with serious injuries by an emergency medical helicopter, reported police spokesman Johann Baumschlager. "Investigations into the course of the accident are already in full swing," stated Wiener Netze GmbH.

Houses evacuated after gas leak in Mödling

The work accident occurred around 9:00 AM at a day construction site in the gas network of Wiener Netze, according to the company. Surrounding houses were temporarily evacuated as a result, said Baumschlager. "There is no longer any danger to the population," emphasized the spokesman. Wiener Netze expressed being "shocked" by the accident: "Our sympathy goes out to the relatives."

(APA/Red)

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