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Explosive Moment: Indonesian Sneaker Shop Goes Boom!

CCTV footage captures a sneaker shop in Surabaya exploding. Five injured, 41 buildings damaged, gas leak suspected, no explosives found.

Source: bbc.co.uk1 min read

In brief

Surabaya's San Antonio area went crazy when a sneaker shop exploded, captured in real‑time CCTV footage. Police say the blast likely caused by a gas leak, and five people were rushed to hospitals. Roughly 41 neighbouring buildings suffered damage, but no explosives were found at the scene. Authorities are still investigating, warning residents to be cautious in the area.

Sneaker shop explosion

Surabaya’s bustling San Antonio district was rocked when a snap‑shopped outlet—famous for the latest kicks—went up in a fiery blast. The moment was caught on local CCTV, making it one of the most shocking live‑feed videos of the week.

Police say a gas leak may have lit the fuse, and five people were rushed to hospitals for injuries. While the smoke cleared, investigators found no suspicious explosives, easing fears of a targeted attack. Roughly 41 nearby buildings suffered damage from the shockwave.

What’s next? Authorities are still piecing together what triggered the fire, and officials are urging residents to keep an eye out for gas leaks. If you’re in the area, let us know if you’ve seen anything odd.

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