Explosion at a fast food restaurant in Cayey injured several people

An explosion registered at a McDonald’s fast food restaurant located on Baldorioty de Castro street in Cayey caused injuries to at least two people.confirmed the Fire Department Bureau a The new day.

Yvonne Rosariopress spokesman for the Fire Department, indicated that the explosion was reported at 12:45 pm today, Thursday, although, at the moment, it is unknown what caused the explosion or if it was inside or outside the restaurant.

Rosario indicated that, for the moment, two people were injured and were transported to the Mennonite hospital, although their health status was not indicated.

Personnel from the Cayey Fire Department, the Municipal Office for Emergency Management (OMME) and units of the Police Bureau are on the scene.

Arcos Dorados, the company that operates McDonald’s restaurants in Puerto Rico, indicated, through written statements, that employees followed all security protocols when they noticed a possible gas leak on the premises.

“Representatives of Arcos Dorados assured that the incident that occurred at its Cayey restaurant located on Baldorioty de Castro street is under control and all its restaurant employees are well. Suspecting a possible gas leak, the employees took immediate action, evicting the restaurant and following all the security protocols, managing to close the premises prior to the explosion,” the company highlighted.

“The company confirmed that there are two diners with minor injuries and both people are receiving medical attention. As part of the security protocols for employees and customers, the company will keep the restaurant closed and will continue to collaborate in the investigation of the incident,” highlighted Arcos Dorados.

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