Explosion in Refinery near Florence: Grief and Chaos after misfortune!

With a devastating explosion in a refinery of the Italian energy group Eni in Calenzano near Florence, two people died on Monday, while at least nine others were injured, as different media reported. Among the injured are two people with serious burns who were immediately brought to hospitals. Tragically, three workers are missed, which continues to burden the guilt of the emergency services because they have to take care of the search. The explosion occurred around 10:20 a.m. and was accompanied by a mighty cloud of smoke that was visible for miles.

The local population was warned immediately: keep the window closed and not leave the house to avoid health risks from smoke in the air. The A1 motorway was blocked for smoke and there were disorders in rail traffic, as can be seen from reports. The mayor of Calenzano, Giuseppe Carovani, commented concerns about the incidents that even led to broken windows in the area. The Italian Minister of Civil Protection, Nello Musumeci, confirmed that rescue workers were immediately sent on site and that the fire brigades from Florence and surrounding cities were moving.

reactions and first effects

At the political level, the reactions show a strong sympathy with the victims and their families. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made it clear that her thoughts are among those affected and thanked the rescue workers for their commitment. The mayor of Florence, Sara Funaro, spoke of a "very, very bad" situation and announced psychological support for the families of the victims. Mourning days were also proclaimed on Monday and Tuesday; All urban events were canceled. In the middle of these tragic events, Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin and other authorities continue to keep an eye on the situation to observe the air quality and to determine possible consequences of the explosion.

in the refinery in Calenzano, which is responsible for storing petrol, diesel and kerosene, the fire was quickly contained after the explosion could be limited to a loading area, as Eni reported. Nevertheless, it remains unclear why this tragic incident occurred. The Prato public prosecutor has already initiated an investigation to clarify the exact causes of the explosion and to examine possible responsibilities, as Italian media report. The situation remains tense, while the hope of a positive outcome for the missing is maintained. According to Volksblatt and New York Times is still under observation.