Athens explosion: Six dead in blast near Acropolis in Plaka district — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/athens-explosion-six-dead-in-blast-near-acropolis-in-plaka-districtContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Six dead, including four Americans, in Athens building blasthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/athens-explosion-six-dead-in-blast-near-acropolis-in-plaka-districthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/athens-explosion-six-dead-in-blast-near-acropolis-in-plaka-district#u93569Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:04:20 +0000A suspected gas explosion destroyed a residential building in Athens' historic Plaka district near the Acropolis, killing six people, including four American tourists. The blast occurred on Friday morning and collapsed a two-story building, with nearby houses, shops, and cars damaged. Authorities have recovered six bodies from the rubble, and at least two people have been rescued.Why it mattersThe explosion has raised concerns about safety in tourist areas and the risk of gas leaks in older buildings. The Plaka district is a popular tourist destination, close to major attractions like the