Miriam Lauvfoss News 10 May 2025, 10:36

Spain: Toxic Gas Spreads Following Industrial Fire

Spanish authorities have issued a warning for over 160,000 residents to remain indoors on Saturday due to a fire at an industrial facility in Vilanova i la Geltrú, located approximately 40 kilometers south of Barcelona. The blaze has released toxic chlorine gas, according to reports from the AFP news agency. Fortunately, there have been no reports of injuries related to the incident.

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The post is accurate. Spanish authorities did issue a warning for over 160,000 residents to remain indoors due to a fire at an industrial facility in Vilanova i la Geltrú, which released toxic chlorine gas. There have been no reported injuries related to the incident.

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