Fireworks factory explosion in Malta

On the morning of June 1, 2026, around 6:30 a.m., a powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in Malta. Local reports indicate that two people sustained minor injuries due to the incident. Although the factory was empty at the time of the blast, the shockwave damaged nearby structures, shattered windows, and was heard several kilometers away. Local farmers and livestock owners reported the collapse of agricultural infrastructure, as well as the loss of numerous animals, including cows and rabbits. Authorities, including the Malta Police Force, the Civil Protection Department, the Armed Forces of Malta, and medical personnel, have secured the area. The public has been advised to avoid the vicinity while an investigation into the causes of the explosion is underway. Witnesses described the intensity of the event as causing widespread alarm throughout the region.