Methane gas from geological layers reason for CBD explosion, says Joburg
Johannesburg City Manager Floyd Brink has ruled out terrorism, illegal mining activities and an Egoli Gas pipe leak as the cause of the CBD explosion.
The blast killed one person and left some 40 others injured.
Brink said the explosion on Lilian Ngoyi Street, commonly known as Bree Street, was caused by methane.
''There was no negligence by electricity or any department. There was no intentional action by individuals or intentional release of gas into the tunnel. The type of gas that fueled the explosion is methane.
"Methane gas from geological layers escaped to the surface due to seismic action."
Joburg Mayor Thapelo Gwamanda lauded the city’s emergency services for their response to the explosion.
"Our rapid response and emergency services were exceptional in their actions from the day of the explosion. They displayed great technical ability and preparedness for emergencies and disasters," Gwamanda said.
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