Explosion at Eni Fuel Warehouse in Florence

An explosion at Eni's fuel storage facility in Calenzano, near Florence, Italy, resulted in at least two fatalities, nine injuries, and four people reported missing. The incident occurred in the loading area of the facility, igniting a fire that was quickly contained and did not affect the main fuel tanks, according to Eni. Local authorities have advised residents in nearby areas to stay indoors due to the smoke, which is visible from distant municipalities. Tuscany's President, Eugenio Giani, expressed condolences and confirmed that emergency services were deployed, with local hospitals preparing for an influx of injured. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and environmental assessments are being conducted to evaluate any potential ecological impacts. The tragedy has garnered regional sympathy as the community grapples with the aftermath of the incident.