A powerful explosion rocked the “Casa Javi” bar in Lo Pagán, San Pedro del Pinatar (Murcia), today, leaving at least 13 people injured. Two individuals are in critical condition, and one is seriously injured. The exact cause of the detonation remains unknown at this time.
Dramatic Scenes and Immediate Rescue Efforts
The two critically injured victims were immediately transported to the Virgen de la Arrixaca Hospital in Murcia. One of the affected is being treated in the intensive care unit, the other in the burn unit. Another person with serious injuries was admitted to the Los Arcos del Mar Menor Hospital in San Javier. Furthermore, six less severely injured individuals were evacuated to the Los Arcos de San Javier and “Santa Lucía” hospitals in Cartagena. Seven lightly injured people were treated on-site at a health center.
🔴 ÚLTIMA HORA: Explosión en un bar de Lo Pagán junto al mercadillo. El @112rmurcia confirma que hay varios heridos pic.twitter.com/VJIAQGW8AW
— Onda Regional (@ORMurcia) June 19, 2025
Witnesses Report Loud Bang and Chaos
The 112 emergency coordination center received over 25 calls since 12:23 p.m. reporting the explosion at the corner of Torres Fontes Street and Avenida Salzillo. The force of the detonation was so strong that it was clearly felt several meters away from the accident site, as reported by an employee of the Sirvent ice cream parlor, who immediately rushed to the scene to provide water to the injured.
Particularly tragic: at the time of the explosion, the weekly market was also taking place in the narrow one-way street. Residents confirmed that some fruit stalls were affected and damaged by the blast wave.
Large Number of Emergency Services on Site
Immediately after the incident became known, numerous emergency forces were mobilized. Local police patrols, members of the city council’s emergency and civil protection services, firefighters from the Fire Extinction and Rescue Consortium (CEIS) of the Murcia region, as well as ambulances and medical personnel from emergency management and health emergencies 061 rushed to the scene to provide assistance and secure the area.
Investigation into the Cause Ongoing
So far, no further details about the exact reasons for the explosion or the extent of the injuries are available. The investigation to clarify the cause is in full swing. Authorities ask for patience and promise to inform the public as soon as new information becomes available.
