Seven injuries occurred due to an explosion at a Chinese construction steel factory in Matola municipality. Apart from the company, damages occurred to nearby houses. A strong blast frightened Matola neighborhood A residents. The explosion originated from a casting scrap melting area of the factory. Details about the explosion cause are unknown but "O País" reported four minor injuries including Cândida Paulo who got burned on her back. Residents nearby felt the impact. Nelson Raimundo described his ill son as a victim too. Broken window glasses, damaged roofs, and even fence bars suffered from the blast effects. Electronics were damaged due to a short circuit. People lost their belongings.
Factory explosion
Injuries
Property damages
Seven unknown people
Chinese factory owners
Geraldo Agostinho
Cândida Paulo
Nelson Raimundo
Cláudio Mazivite
Isabel Fernando
Raimundo Titos
Erasmo Cuco
Chinese factory (Matola municipality)
Matola neighborhood 'A'
7 injuries
4 minor injuries
This tragic incident underscores the necessity for stringent safety measures and regular inspections in industrial facilities, particularly those handling hazardous materials. Local authorities should collaborate with relevant experts to investigate the explosion cause and prevent future occurrences. In addition to compensating victims, affected companies must prioritize restoring damaged properties.
