Wednesday, May 22, 2013   

Ma On Shan restaurant blast hurt 20
(01-09 14:37)

At least 20 people including diners and employees have been injured in a gas blast at a Chinese restaurant in Chevalier Garden, Ma On Shan. Most have suffered burns to their faces.

Witnesses said two blows were heard in the restaurant with several dozens of diners in. All the 11 glass windows of the restaurnt were broken after the blow -- pieces fell from the second floor to the ground floor, hurting a dozen of pedestrians.
Police evacuated 200 people in the area.

The fire caused by the explosion was put out at around 1 pm.
   
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