At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks
An explosion at a military barracks in Viacha, Bolivia, has killed at least two people and injured dozens more. Authorities are investigating the cause, which is believed to be related to stored pyrotechnic materials, while emergency teams continue to search the area.
Why it matters
The incident highlights safety concerns regarding the storage of hazardous materials in military facilities near civilian populations.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, The explosion happened at a barracks in Viacha, about 30km from La Paz
At least two people have been killed after an explosion at a military barracks in Bolivia but authorities fear the toll could be higher.
Bolivian Defence Minister Ernesto Justiniano said at least 58 people had been injured when "pyrotechnic material" detonated at the barracks, where an artillery regiment is stationed, about 14:30 (18:30 GMT) on Friday.
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