Italy Fuel Depot Explosion Claims Five Lives, Injures 26

A blast at an Eni-owned facility near Florence has led to fatalities, injuries, and environmental concerns as investigations continue.

The explosion occurred on Monday morning at an Eni fuel depot in Calenzano, near Florence, Italy, initially killing two people and injuring nine, with the death toll later rising to five as three missing bodies were recovered.
A total of 26 people sustained injuries, with at least two in critical condition, and residents within a five-kilometer radius were advised to stay indoors due to the smoke and potential health risks.
The blast caused significant structural damage, including the collapse of an office building, and disrupted regional train services temporarily due to the thick smoke plume visible from miles away.
Authorities have launched investigations into the cause of the explosion, which occurred in a loading area of the depot, while environmental experts assess potential pollution risks to nearby waterways and air quality.
The incident has sparked public outcry over workplace safety, with 500 people protesting near the site and unions calling for enhanced safety measures across industrial facilities.