Huge explosion at Malta fireworks factory

A large explosion has torn through a fireworks factory in northern Malta, damaging buildings several kilometres away.

Malta: Explosion at a fireworks factory

A powerful explosion at a fireworks factory in Malta injured two people on Monday, sending a massive plume of smoke and debris into the air, police reported. The first blast occurred at around 6:35 am and was followed by a second powerful explosion, according to witnesses. No workers were at the factory when the explosions occurred.

By FRANCE24

'Plume of smoke': At least two injured after fireworks factory explosion rattles northern Malta

A powerful explosion rocked a fireworks factory in Malta on Monday, injuring two men working in nearby fields. The blast, followed by further detonations, sent thick smoke billowing and scattered debris, shaking homes and shattering windows. Authorities confirmed minor injuries and that no workers were inside the facility at the time of the initial explosions.

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The explosion could be heard from several kilometers away and shattered windows across large portions of Malta.

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