Italy: Bologna highway reopens following truck explosion August 7 /update 2

Event

Bologna's A14 Autostrada Adriatica was partially reopened on the morning (local time) of Tuesday, August 7, following a truck explosion the day prior. Authorities also revised initial casualty counts, adjusting the death toll down to one person and increasing the count of those wounded to 145. One section of the highway remains closed along with the lower road, Via Marco Emilio Lepido. Traffic delays continue to be reported on the remaining open lanes of A14. Travelers should expect delays in the area in the coming days and adjust their routes accordingly.

Context

A fuel tanker truck exploded on the A14 overpass above Via Marco Emilio Lepido following an accident around 15:00 on Monday, August 6. The incident occurred in Bologna's Borgo Panigale neighborhood to the south of the Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ).

Advice

Individuals in Bologna are advised to avoid the area of the blast, anticipate consequent transportation disruptions, and adhere to all orders issued by the local authorities.