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Investigation Continues After Deadly Blast at Biolanda Factory

Published January 27, 2026, 13:19
Investigation Continues After Deadly Blast at Biolanda Factory

Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the deadly explosion at the Biolanda factory in Trikala, which claimed the lives of five female workers. The explosion was so powerful that it completely destroyed the factory, with video footage from security cameras capturing the deafening sound and the flash of the fire. According to initial estimates, the explosion was caused by a gas leak, possibly in the factory's ovens. The two outdoor LPG tanks were found intact, however, a leak at some point within the premises cannot be ruled out. Authorities are investigating the possibility of an explosive mixture forming and being ignited by a spark. Specialized experts are searching for the exact point of the explosion and the causes that triggered it. The process is difficult due to the large amount of debris that needs to be removed. At the same time, the possibility of injection with a special liquid for detecting gas leaks is being considered.