A massive explosion at a fireworks factory in the Magħtab area has sparked widespread alarm. Emergency authorities are currently conducting rescue and control operations at the site of the incident.

The Incident

Earlier today, the Magħtab area was rocked by a massive explosion at a local fireworks factory. The force of the blast was so immense that the sound and tremors were felt and heard in several localities across Malta, with the echo reaching all the way to the sister island of Gozo. Many citizens reported seeing thick plumes of smoke rising into the air shortly after the blast.

Authorities on Site

Assistance was immediately dispatched to the scene:

  • The Police Force: To secure the area and commence their initial investigations.

  • The Civil Protection Department (CPD): To extinguish the fires and ensure there is no immediate danger of secondary explosions.

The situation remains highly delicate as rescue workers are operating with the utmost caution in the vicinity.

Casualties Currently Unknown

As of now, it is not yet known whether there were any individuals working inside the fireworks factory or in its immediate vicinity at the time the explosion occurred. Investigations into the matter are actively ongoing.