A powerful gas explosion in a block on Ochota resulted in the evacuation of 35 residents, with two apartments deactivated after emergency services identified a wall breach between units.
Local Authorities React to Nighttime Explosion in Ochota
Emergency Response and Evacuation Measures
Ochota District Office commented on the nighttime gas explosion at the block on Częstochowska Street. Municipal and district services coordinated efforts from the start, providing assistance to residents and arranging temporary housing. The district authorities confirmed that evacuated tenants could use a deployed bus, and those requiring overnight accommodation received offers for alternative units until the emergency services completed their work.
Explosion Details and Services Deployed
The explosion occurred around 1:15 AM on Monday, August 25, on the third floor of the building at Częstochowska Street. The force was significant, shattering windows and damaging cars parked nearby. Five fire crews, three medical rescue teams, the police, gas emergency services, and energy teams were present on-site.
Injured Resident and Police History
The explosion injured the building’s resident owner, who was hospitalized with severe burns. Neighbors reported that the man had a history of police intervention due to alcohol-related behavior, including incidents of driving into barriers and damaging the block’s entrance fence.
Evacuation Numbers and Support Provided
A total of 35 people were evacuated: 20 from the affected apartment stairwell and 15 from the adjacent entrance. Ochota District Office ensured all residents received support and would not be left without care. A construction inspector assessed the building’s structural safety and decided to deactivate two affected apartments. Investigations confirmed a hole formed between the two units after the explosion and fire.
Building Ownership and Exemption Status
The building at Częstochowska Street 11/15 is a co-owned property managed by GGKO Sp. z o.o. The affected apartments are not part of Warsaw’s local property inventory.
Presence of Emergency Services and Officials
Emergency services, including the Fire Department, Police, Gas Emergency Team, and property management officials, arrived immediately. On-site were also the Head of Warsaw III Police Station and the Ochota District Mayor.
Ongoing Communication with Authorities
Ochota District Office remains in constant contact with relevant authorities and the property manager, emphasizing its commitment to supporting affected residents within its legal responsibilities. The district expressed solidarity with the injured individual and all building residents.
Source: MiejskiReporter, https://miejskireporter.pl/potezna-eksplozja-w-bloku-na-ochocie-ewakuacja-mieszkancow-wszedzie-leza-kawalki-szkla-oraz-elementy-futryny/
