CCTV footage of the harrowing moment the Johannesburg CBD explosion happened has surfaced online.
The yet unexplained gas explosion shook the Johannesburg CBD on Wednesday evening, leaving one person dead and 48 others injured.
In the CCTV footage, the bustling Bree street appeared ordinary, with unsuspecting bystanders and vendors engaged in their daily activities along the roadside. Suddenly, an immense force erupted, hurtling vehicles into the air.
The heart-stopping scene depicted cars being tossed violently, some narrowly missing the unsuspecting bystanders and commuters. The shockwave caused the road to split into pieces, resulting in vehicles, some carrying passengers, being flung into the sky.
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As of now, the cause of the gas explosion remains unknown, leaving authorities and residents puzzled and concerned. Investigations into the incident are underway, as the community grapples with the tragic loss of life and numerous injuries.
Local authorities are urging anyone with information or additional footage related to the incident to come forward, hoping to shed light on the circumstances leading up to the devastating explosion.
CCTV Footage Shows the Moment Joburg CBD Explosion Happenedhttps://t.co/cIXPJ86G7w pic.twitter.com/upRz7jmfUf
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