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Gas Explosion in Naples Kills Four Family Members, Including Two Children

A suspected gas explosion caused a building collapse in Saviano, resulting in the deaths of a mother, her two young children, and their grandmother.

  • The explosion occurred early Sunday morning in a two-story home in Saviano, near Naples.
  • The deceased include a mother, her 6-year-old son, 4-year-old daughter, and their grandmother.
  • The father and a newborn baby were rescued from the rubble; the father is in serious condition, while the baby's injuries are not life-threatening.
  • Rescue teams, including more than 60 civil protection volunteers, worked through the night to recover the victims.
  • Authorities believe a gas leak may have caused the explosion, and investigations into the exact cause are ongoing.
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