Comgás and Sabesp held a press conference on Monday night (11) to clarify the next steps after the explosion recorded in the Jaguaré neighborhood, in the West Zone of São Paulo. The companies informed that the first compensation will be paid immediately, in the amount of R$2,000, to the affected families, through Pix.
According to the most recent update released during the press conference, around 160 people were affected and approx.
The companies stated that, in addition to the amount deposited in the accounts of people already registered, the affected population is being sent to hotels. From this Tuesday (12), A survey of the damage will be carried out to fully pay for the expenses and losses caused by the explosion.
Company representatives also highlighted the work of the social assistance teams, which work to assist affected families. According to the companies, the population will receive financial, psychological, social and medical support.
The companies also reported that teams of veterinarians are working at the site for those affected by the wreckage.
Remember the explosion
A house exploded and caused a fire in the Alvorada neighborhood, in the Jaguaré region, West Zone of São Paulo, on Monday afternoon (11). The explosion is suspected to have been caused by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
According to the Fire Department, there was destruction of properties and victims were buried in the rubble. So far, three people have been injured and . The victims were taken to the Osasco Regional Emergency Room.
According to firefighters, the injured are a Sabesp employee, rescued by people who were in the region, and two residents, treated by Samu and the Fire Department. The fatal victim is Alexsandro, 45 years old, resident of one of the affected residences.
Residents reported screams and a strong smell of gas after the explosion.
Initially, the Military Police reported that a failure in an action by Comgás had caused the accident. Minutes later, Fire Department captain Karoline Burunsizian confirmed that, during a Sabesp project, a gas pipe was punctured, causing the explosion. Floresto Bandecchi, Dr. Benedito de Moraes Leme and Piraúba streets were the most affected.
The companies sent a note and regretted the situation.
See the full note:
“Comgás and Sabesp deeply regret the death of a resident and sympathize with his family and other victims of the explosion that occurred this afternoon in the Jaguaré neighborhood. The companies are providing assistance to the victims, residents and other people impacted in the affected area.
Affected citizens are receiving medical and psychological assistance and being taken to hotels. The companies will provide an emergency amount, worth R$2,000, for cost assistance while they assess all losses. Teams of veterinarians also work locally.
The accident occurred during water pipe relocation work, when a gas network was hit, which led to the immediate stoppage of work. Companies immediately adopted all security protocols.
The causes of the occurrence are being investigated and the companies are cooperating with the investigations by the competent authorities.”
*Under the supervision of Thiago Félix
