Italy: Explosion reported near Bologna Airport August 6

Event

An explosion was reported in Bologna's Guglielmo Marconi International Airport (BLQ), on the early afternoon (local time) of Monday, August 6. According to initial reports, a tanker truck carrying fuel exploded on Via Marco Emilio Lepido. Traffic disruptions have been reported around the area of the blast as well as in the Borgo Panigale area. Flight delays at BLQ are possible in the coming hours and access to the airport will likely be disrupted. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion.

Advice

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