An explosion occurred early Friday morning at a gas station in an eastern part of Rome, injuring numerous individuals, including eight police officers and a firefighter. The loud blast was reportedly audible throughout the city and originated from a fuel tank at the station, which sells liquefied petroleum gas.
**Explosion Rocks Gas Station in Rome: Multiple Injuries Reported**
**Explosion Rocks Gas Station in Rome: Multiple Injuries Reported**
An explosion at a gas station in Rome has left several people injured, including first responders. The cause remains under investigation.
Fire departments and police were present at the scene due to an earlier incident involving a truck when the explosion occurred around 8:15 a.m. local time, as reported by the Rome police. Luca Cari, a spokesperson for the Italian fire service, stated that the cause of the explosion is yet to be determined. He mentioned that there was an ongoing investigation into the prior truck incident, but didn't provide further details. Following the explosion, firefighters worked to extinguish a fire that had ignited in a nearby car impound lot. The situation remains fluid, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
This incident adds to a series of emergency situations involving gas stations and serves as a reminder of the risks associated with liquefied petroleum gas sales in urban areas. Further updates will follow as the local authorities conduct their investigations into the cause of the explosion and the circumstances surrounding it.
This incident adds to a series of emergency situations involving gas stations and serves as a reminder of the risks associated with liquefied petroleum gas sales in urban areas. Further updates will follow as the local authorities conduct their investigations into the cause of the explosion and the circumstances surrounding it.
