Gas station explosion in Rome leaves over 20 injured after truck hits pipeline; fire rages as police, civilians among those hurt
Images published by local news outlet Roma Today showed a large fireball and thick smoke rising into the sky. Firefighters also released photos of the station site, which appeared extensively damaged.
Emergency workers injured in secondary blast
According to statements by Rome police chief Roberto Massucci, several emergency workers were hurt after arriving at the scene. Firefighters and ambulance personnel had been dispatched to respond to the initial gas leak caused by the truck's impact. While they were assessing the situation, a major tank explosion occurred.
One firefighter was hospitalised, though none of the first responders were reported to be in critical condition. The fire department later stated, 'We are working on a tank explosion… the fire is still ongoing.'
Civilians also affected, nearby areas evacuated
In addition to the injured emergency responders, 16 civilians, including the fuel station manager, sustained injuries. Health officials confirmed that five people were hospitalised with minor burns or wounds from shattered glass. At least one individual was rescued from a burning vehicle, with their condition being described as serious but not critical.
The shockwave from the explosion damaged buildings in the vicinity and ignited a nearby depot. A local sports centre, which was running a children's summer camp directly across from the petrol station, was evacuated before the blast, according to a statement by a representative on Facebook.
Authorities monitor situation, Pope and PM react
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's office confirmed that she was being briefed on the situation. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV expressed concern for the victims in a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), saying, 'I pray for the people involved in the explosion of a gas station… I continue to follow the developments of this tragic incident with concern.'
No fatalities have been reported as of the latest updates. Investigations into the full cause and consequences of the explosion are ongoing.
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