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Tributes have poured in for a young teenager who was among 10 people killed in a terror explosion at a gas station.
Leona Harper, a talented rugby player, lost her life following yesterday’s explosion at the Applegreen petrol station in the small town of Creeslough, Co Donegal.
Tributes have poured in for Leona Harper, who lost her life after yesterday’s explosion at the Applegreen gas station.
Death
Her death was announced by her local rugby club tonight, who said she was an “important” part of her U14 team.
On Facebook, Letterkenny Rugby Club said: “We are heartbroken to say our worst fears have been confirmed. Leona Harper tragically lost her life yesterday at Creeslough.
“Leona was a talented rugby player and an important part of our U14 girls team.
“To Leona’s parents, Hugh and Donna, her brothers Anthony and Jamie, and all of her teammates, we offer our deepest condolences and support.
“There are no words that feel strong enough in a time of deep pain like this. Rest in peace, Leona.”
Ten people were killed in the explosion at the Applegreen petrol station in Creeslough, Co Donegal.
Four men, three women, two teenagers and a girl of primary school age tragically lost their lives.
Eight other people, including children, have been taken to hospital to be treated for injuries.
One person remains in critical condition at a Dublin hospital and the other seven are in stable condition.
Leona’s heartbroken brother shared an old photo of him and his beloved sister on Facebook today as she paid tribute to him.
He said: “I don’t know where to start Leona, I couldn’t have asked for a better little sister.
“You would go crazy if I put this of yours up now because it’s an old picture of you.
“Leona, I love you very much and we all love you very much xx”.
Victim
Tributes flooded in for “beautiful” young Leona, who is the first named victim after the terrifying explosion in Donegal.
One person said: “There are no words for this. God help this family as his beautiful girl soars high with the angels. Heartbreaking.”
Another added: “Just heartbreaking. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
A third said: “I’m so sorry to see this. My sincerest condolences and deepest condolences to Leona’s family and friends. There are no words. Rest in peace.”
‘TRAGIC ACCIDENT’
Gardai are treating the horrific petrol station explosion in Co Donegal as a “tragic accident”.
The search and rescue operation concluded with “no further casualties” located at Applegreen in Creeslough.
Providing an update in a statement tonight, a Garda spokesperson said: “The Garda Technical Office has commenced an examination of the scene, with the assistance of other expert agencies including the Health and Safety Authority and national security companies. public services.
“The local Corner and the State Pathologist’s Office have been notified and post-mortem examinations will be carried out in the coming days.
“Garda Family Liaison Officers have been appointed and are providing support and information to those affected by this incident. An Incident Room has been set up at Milford Garda Station.
