An explosion and fire occurred at a vinegar production facility in Examilia, near Corinth/Thessaloniki, Greece, on July 30, 2026, resulting in the death of a 67-year-old worker. Greek police arrested three suspects: the company's 47-year-old owner, a 46-year-old safety officer, and a 46-year-old production manager. According to initial information, the explosion occurred while the 67-year-old worker was welding near a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply facility. A 37-year-old man also sustained burns to one arm. Following the explosion, fire service investigators including the Corinth Fire Investigation Department and Fire Investigation Directorate launched an investigation to determine the cause. Authorities are examining whether the factory had taken all mandatory measures to protect workers.
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SafetyFatal Explosion at Vinegar Plant in Greece Leads to Three Arrests
An explosion and fire at a vinegar production facility near Thessaloniki, Greece, on July 30, 2026, killed one worker and led to the arrest of three individuals including the company owner, safety officer, and production manager.
