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“Violanta” Explosion: Reports of Propane Odor – What Triggered the Blast

Published February 15, 2026, 14:06
“Violanta” Explosion: Reports of Propane Odor – What Triggered the Blast

The investigation into the explosion at “Violanta” has revealed serious omissions, with strong references to a propane odor since June, which was ignored due to financial disagreements with a private technician. The owner of the factory has been arrested as the Prosecution upgraded the charges from misdemeanor to felony with potential intent. According to the findings, a corroded pipe directly on the ground caused a leak, creating a dangerous situation that led to the explosion from a spark. The explosion was equivalent to 185 kilograms of dynamite and caused the death of five women. The victims' side has hired a technical advisor and is awaiting copies of the case file for a full evaluation.