Small fishing harbor in Germany rocked by violent explosion VIDEO

A sudden explosion shook the quiet port of Niendorf in the northern German municipality of Timmendorfer Strand on May 1, leaving several people injured and prompting a swift emergency response.

Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the blast, but early reports suggest it may have involved a gas cylinder detonating within the port area, Caliber.Az reports, citing German media.

The exact circumstances remain under investigation.

The explosion occurred in Schleswig-Holstein, a federal state along Germany’s Baltic Sea coast. Police, firefighters, and emergency medical teams rushed to the scene and remain deployed as officials assess the situation and attend to the injured.

The port of Niendorf in Timmendorfer Strand is currently sealed off after a gas cylinder explosion caused blast trauma injuries to several people. - NDR broadcaster https://t.co/cqJlIYBdo5

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According to local law enforcement, “an explosion occurred, resulting in many people being injured.” The number of casualties has not been specified.

Niendorf’s port, originally built in the 1920s, is a small, scenic harbour typically used by fishing boats and leisure vessels. The tranquil setting was jolted into chaos as the blast disrupted the normally peaceful atmosphere.

Emergency services are urging the public to avoid the area as investigations continue.

By Tamilla Hasanova