Powerful blast spark fire at factory in Argentine capital

A powerful explosion has rocked the Otowil company’s factory in the San Fernando district of Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires, triggering a fire, La Nación reports.

According to available information, the blast occurred around 1:30 a.m. local time. However, the incident was reported minutes later after neighbours shared shocking images of the explosion on their social networks.

"After midnight, a loud bang shattered the tranquillity of the residents of San Fernando, who were startled by a powerful explosion," the report reads.

The cause of the incident is currently under investigation. Police and emergency services are working at the scene, and authorities have temporarily cut electricity for safety reasons.

The fire also caused minor damage to a neighbouring facility owned by Sabores y Fragancias S.A.

By Khagan Isayev