Explosion in Prague injures at least 13 people

A powerful explosion has damaged a building in the centre of the Czech capital Prague with people feared buried in the rubble.

A police spokesman said it was not clear what caused the blast in Divadelni Street.

The street is covered with rubble and has been sealed off.

Rescuers think some people are buried under the debris and at least 13 people have been injured.

Windows in buildings located hundreds of yard from the blast were shattered, including some in the nearby National Theater.

Policemen and firefighters inspect the scene of the explosion. Pic: AP.

An injured woman gets treatment after the explosion. Pic: AP.