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Florence, explosion in Eni’s Calenzano refinery: “Two dead and at least eight injured” – L’Unione Sarda English

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Explosion this morning at the Eni plant in Calenzano , in the province of Florence . The column of smoke is also visible from neighboring municipalities , while firefighters, law enforcement and regional health emergency personnel rushed to the scene.

The terrible explosion was felt even in centers very distant from the place where it occurred.

According to initial information, the explosion occurred in an area known as the “loading point” where tankers refuel. More than one vehicle appears to be involved in the flames, as well as the structure’s shelter.

The prefecture has already reported “two dead and at least eight injured entrusted to the care of 118” , but the toll is, unfortunately, still partial at the moment. 4 people are also missing, who are currently missing.

The Careggi hospital, as reported by the AOU, has already activated the plan for a “massive influx of injured”. The plan involves blocking the hospital’s ordinary activity and spaces reserved for the emergency room. “Also alerted – specified the president of the region Giani – are all the other hospitals in the area”.

Regional trains between Florence and Prato are also interrupted: the line runs not far from the affected area. Adjust high speed.

(Online Union)

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