Historical Events tagged with "shopping centre"
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Accidents & Tragedies
Gas Explosion Kills 22 at Glasgow Shopping Centre
October 21st, 1971 53 years ago
A gas explosion occurred at a shopping centre in Glasgow, Scotland, resulting in the tragic loss of 22 lives. The explosion was caused by a buildup of gas in the basement of the building, where workers were trying to connect gas lines. The blast was catastrophic, leading to significant structural damage and many injuries among the shoppers and employees present. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the devastation left an indelible mark on the local community.
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