Restaurant in Fukushima, Japan is suspected of an explosion caused by a gas leak, killing one person and injuring 17 others.

The incident occurred before 9:00 (30th) this morning local time. The local police and fire brigade found a body at the scene. Two other people were seriously injured and 15 others were slightly injured.

According to reports from the Japan Broadcasting Association (NHK) and the “Japan Times”, the incident restaurant is considered a pot restaurant, and it is suspected that the explosion was caused by a gas leak near the restaurant, because the gas flipped barrels.

According to reports, restaurants within a radius of 300 meters have been blocked and prohibited from entering or exiting.

The explosion was very violent. A nearby bank and a high school were affected. Bank staff revealed that the injured included bank staff and transfer customers. Other staff and customers were also evacuated.