An explosion in the bathroom of a school in Treuchtlingen, Germany, injured 17 students and caused panic. Authorities are investigating the source of the explosion.

A powerful explosion occurred today in the restroom of Senefelder School in Treuchtlingen, Bavaria, causing panic and the rapid evacuation of nearly 1,200 students. The incident happened around 11 a.m., when the fire alarm went off, and the schoolyard was filled with firefighters, medical teams, and a rescue helicopter. 17 students required medical attention, most of them experiencing breathing difficulties due to the dense smoke.

The police identified the source of the explosion as a firecracker, but it is unclear whether it was legal or a 'Polenböller', an extremely powerful firecracker often used illegally. An investigation is underway to identify the responsible person. Authorities have intensified security measures and issued a call for responsibility among parents and youth regarding the use of pyrotechnics in the school environment.