Italian 416 energy storage explosion

What happened at a fuel depot in Tuscany?

A fuel depot has exploded in the central Italian region of Tuscany, killing at least two people and injuring nine. The blast reportedly broke windows of homes in the surrounding area. Two people have died and three are missing after an explosion at a fuel depot near Florence, authorities have said.

What happened at a fuel depot near Florence?

The blast reportedly broke windows of homes in the surrounding area. Two people have died and three are missing after an explosion at a fuel depot near Florence, authorities have said. Nine people have also been injured in the blast - with an emergency alert sent to everyone living within 5km of the site.

What happened at the 'Eni' warehouse in Florence?

Clouds of smoke rise could be seen following an explosion at the 'Eni' warehouse in Calenzano, Florence, and was spotted from nearby towns. Nine people have also been injured, according to authorities.

What happened at Calenzano fuel depot?

Italian energy group Eni, which owns the site, said the fire broke out on Monday morning at a fuel depot in Calenzano. "The fire brigade is working to put out the flames, which are confined to the loading shelter area and do not affect the tanks in any way," the firm added. "The impacts and causes are being immediately verified.

What happened at an ENI fuel depot?

It happened at an ENI fuel depot north of Florence. A dark plume of smoke was seen rising into the air. Witnesses who were nearby reported a large bang and tremors. Flames were quickly contained, preventing the fire from spreading to storage tanks from a loading dock area where the explosion occurred.

What caused the Calenzano explosion?

The cause of the blast at the depot in the town of Calenzano was under investigation. The flames were quickly contained, preventing the fire from spreading to storage tanks from a loading dock area where the explosion occurred. Prosecutors in the nearby city of Prato have started an investigation into the deadly blast.