Thursday 5 February in the city Trikala a new stage of investigation has begun on the territory of the biscuit factory “Violanda”where previously occurred explosionwho took lives five workers.
Inspections were suspended for several days due to fears of another explosionassociated with high concentration propane on the premises of the enterprise. After the situation stabilized, experts and firefighters again began working at the scene of the tragedy.
Experts are examining the rubble and technical premises, trying to answer key questions about the causes of the incident. At the same time, the company appointed its own expert to participate in the investigation.
The investigation is focused on unaccounted for underground spaceand also insufficient security measureswhich, according to preliminary data, could lead to a months-long propane leak without timely detection.
Investigators are checking how does such a leak occur? went unnoticed and why measures were not taken to prevent the accident.
Amid the tragedy, authorities decided to suspend cultural events in Trikala as a sign of mourning.
The regional administration announced a temporary suspension of funding and participation in cultural and carnival events, as well as in all planned public events on 40 days since the death of the employees.
The official statement emphasizes that in this way the authorities express respect, grief and solidarity with the families of the victims.
The Thessaly region and the regional unit of Trikala said they are aware of their responsibility to the local community and intend to ensure full transparency in the investigation.
The authorities also expressed deep sorrow over the death of workers and promised to help clarify all the circumstances of the tragedy.
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