Overview
- Multiple fire brigades from Ezeiza, Cañuelas and nearby districts mobilized to contain the blaze, with officials warning of potential additional detonations.
- Authorities have not confirmed whether staff were inside the facility at the time, and initial reports indicate no serious injuries so far.
- The shockwave damaged neighboring factories and homes, and Sinteplast’s owner said flames did not reach his plant but gates, ceilings and pipes were affected.
- Residents described a towering smoke column, a foul odor and recurring blasts, and widely shared videos showed intense flames visible from several kilometers away.
- Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 said the blast was heard at Ezeiza International Airport, but flight schedules and operations remained unchanged.