12/04/2016

Woman Injured After Refrigeration Unit Explodes In College In L'Derry

A woman has suffered minor injuries after a refrigeration unit exploded at a college in L'Derry.

The incident happened in the Tower Building of the North West Regional College shortly after 8:40am today, 12 April.

The unit blew up in the first floor canteen of the building.

Firefighters attended the scene and isolated the power and ventilated the area.

The Health & Safety Executive has launched an investigation.

(CD/LM)

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