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.
