Concerns have been raised for the whereabouts of a man following a suspected gas explosion in Co Kerry.
The explosion happened at around half six this morning at a launderette on Kenmare Place in Killarney.
A number of people sustained minor injuries while buildings in the vicinity have also been damaged.
The International and Ross Hotels have also been evacuated.
Four units of the Fire Brigade attended the scene as well as the Garda Forensics Team.
