A 27-year-old man died in a gas explosion in a tank next to the Faculty of Science and Technology (FCT) in Monte da Caparica, in Almada, this Thursday afternoon.
Trafaria Fire Chief Afonso Rocha confirmed this CM that two more wounded are in critical condition.
The injured man, who was admitted to the García de Orta hospital on the recommendation of INEM psychologists, is 51 years old and worked for the company Omnideia, whose premises are located on the FCT campus. According to an official GNR source, the deceased was also an employee of this company.
Another victim was treated at the scene. Afonso Rocha said they were both very shaken.
“The explosion occurred in a pavilion belonging to Ydreams, a company operating on the FST campus. The pavilion is located far from the company’s main building because it is used to conduct experiments that could compromise safety. The cause of the explosion is unknown,” Fire Commander Trafaria said.
Both the pavilion and the Ydreams building were subject to inspection by the GNR explosive ordnance disposal team to check whether there was a risk of further explosions.
There were 20 operatives and eight vehicles on site, firefighters and GNR representatives from Trafaria, as well as INEM staff.
Author: Sergio A. Vitorino This Miguel Curado
Source: CM Jornal
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