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Dozens of diners fled the fast-food diner after an eplosion and fire at around 11.30am local time (10.30am GMT).

Staff reported seeing flames in an upstairs bathroom shortly before the blast in the south-east of France.

Their are also unconfirmed reports a suspect package had been spotted in the bathroom just moments before.

Police said they suspect a 'criminal origin' - although they have not clarified whether this constitutes arson or an explosive device.