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The death toll from an explosion at an Irish petrol station has risen to seven as search efforts continue for further victims. Friday afternoon’s blast in the village of Creeslough, Co Donegal, ripped through the Applegreen service station and convenience store and adjacent buildings.
A number of people have been injured in the blast. The Garda added: “Eight persons were transferred to hospital for medical attention yesterday.” Irish premier Micheal Martin said Friday was the “darkest of days” for Donegal and Ireland. “My thoughts and prayers are today with those who have lost their lives, and those injured in the devastating explosion in Creeslough,” said the Taoiseach.
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