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What We Know About the Fatal Cimanggis Market Explosion
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A powerful explosion hit a two-story shophouse at Cimanggis Market in Ciputat, South Tangerang, on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, around 6:30 p.m. WIB. The blast destroyed the building, which authorities suspected was a food-supply warehouse tied to the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program, and damaged nearby kiosks across an area described as spanning three to four blocks. Emergency response included 50 personnel from Metro Jaya Police Brimob units. Early casualties of six later rose to 13 by 11:50 p.m., including two fatalities and multiple severe and minor injuries. Investigators said no bombs were found, but evidence points toward agricultural equipment used for fruit ripening, including recovery of a 52-kilogram ethylene gas cylinder.
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