Explosion drama in Rome: 30 injured in the event of a petrol station accident!

Explosion drama in Rome: 30 injured in the event of a petrol station accident!

On Friday morning, July 4, 2025, an explosion occurred shortly after 8:00 a.m. at a petrol station in the east of Rome. This incident led to a thick, black cloud of smoke that was visible over the southern part of the city. At least 21 people were injured, including emergency services and passers-by, such as Vol.at reported.

The explosion was audible in several parts of the city and the pressure wave was noticeable. The situation for the emergency services, including at least one fireman and eight police officers, was particularly dramatic. Five injuries were taken to the hospital after the incident, but they are not in mortal danger. The fire brigade was already on site because of a previous fire when the explosion happened.

Details of the incident

according to tagesschau.de there was initially an explosion, followed by a more severe second explosion, while a tanker truck fueled the fuel stores. These detonated during the ongoing process. The fire brigade was able to quickly control the flames that attacked a nearby depot for confiscated vehicles. The explosion led to visible damage to several surrounding buildings.

cause of the explosion unclear

The exact cause of the explosion is so far unclear. However, it is believed that a collision of a truck could have triggered the detonation with a line. Investigations to clarify the incident. These occurrences again throw a light on the safety regulations at petrol stations that are regulated by the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Occupational Medicine (BauA) by the technical rule for hazardous substances (TRGS 751).

TRGS 751 aims to avoid fire, explosion and pressure risk at petrol stations and filling systems for land vehicles. This also includes requirements for assembly, installation and operation to protect both employees and third parties. These regulations are particularly important to prevent incidents like the current. Further information on the current regulations is on the website of dangerous.de available.