AN EXPLOSION STRIKES AN AMMUNITION PLANT NEAR ROME; NO INJURIES REPORTED
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On Thursday, a blast struck the former Simmel Difesa ammunition plant in Colleferro, a town just outside Rome, according to local authorities. The explosion followed a fire that had already ignited at the site, but officials said no injuries were reported.
The plant, now owned by KNDS Ammo Italy and producing ammunition and other defense‑related products, was said to have suffered the blast in its powder‑pressing department. Francesco Rocca, president of the Lazio region, stressed that ensuring public safety and allowing emergency crews to work under optimal conditions was the top priority. Initial local media reports indicated all workers were safe, and firefighters and police continued to battle the fire as residents heard the loud explosion.
The incident highlights the risks associated with ammunition manufacturing and underscores the importance of stringent safety protocols in defense facilities.
- Explosion in Colleferro, near Rome, on Thursday with no reported injuries.
- The blast followed a fire at the former Simmel Difesa facility, now owned by KNDS Ammo Italy.
- Regional president Francesco Rocca emphasized safety and efficient emergency response; all workers were reported safe.
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