Crime & Safety · Greece
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10 July
A worker stated that lighting a cigarette caused the explosion in Aspropyrgos.
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A fire broke out at a facility in Aspropyrgos, Greece, on July 9, 2026, leading to a significant explosion that has since garnered media attention. Footage released by CNN Greece shows an employee narrowly escaping the flames following the initial blast. Other reports detail reactions from victims, with one individual stating, "I lit a cigarette and caught fire," illustrating the dire circumstances faced by those at the scene.
As authorities responded, local officials reported that the fire was largely under control due to the efforts of firefighters, who worked diligently to prevent the spread of the fire to the surrounding industrial area. According to the mayor of Aspropyrgos, Yiannis Ilias, their intervention was crucial in managing the situation and containing the flames. Multiple media outlets have circulated dramatic videos documenting the moments of the explosion, reflecting the chaos of the incident and highlighting the risks involved for those working nearby.
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