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Deadly Explosion Strikes Girona Battery Recycling Plant

One worker killed and two injured, including one critically, as emergency teams respond to industrial blast in Sant Julià de Llor i Bonmatí.

Overview

  • An explosion occurred at a battery recycling facility in Sant Julià de Llor i Bonmatí, Girona, early on April 28, 2025.
  • One worker has died, and two others were injured, with one in critical condition and receiving treatment at Josep Trueta Hospital.
  • The Bombers de la Generalitat deployed five firefighting crews, alongside the specialized GRIT unit, to contain the incident and secure the area.
  • Sistema d’Emergències Mèdiques (SEM) activated seven ground units and provided psychological support for those affected.
  • Authorities have launched a preliminary investigation into the cause of the explosion, which underscores the risks of handling volatile battery components.