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Five Dead in Greek Factory Explosion
27 Jan
Summary
- Five night shift workers died in the blast.
- Seven others were injured and hospitalized.
- The explosion occurred at Violanta biscuit plant near Trikala.
A tragic explosion and subsequent fire at the Violanta biscuit plant near Trikala, Greece, resulted in the deaths of five female night shift workers. The incident, which occurred shortly before 4 am on January 26, 2026, also left seven people injured, including one firefighter. These injured individuals were hospitalized, primarily for respiratory issues, but were reported to be in good health.
The blast gutted the industrial facility, with fire crews battling the blaze for hours. Investigators suspect the explosion may have originated near the plant's ovens. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his condolences to the victims' families and assured that a thorough investigation is underway to establish responsibilities. Violanta, a local business with national distribution, stated they are fully cooperating with authorities.
