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Explosions At The Elkem Chemical Plant In The Saint Fons Chemical Valley
The A7 motorway is closed during the explosions at 2:45 p.m. at the Elkem chemical plant, a high threshold Seveso site located in the Saint Fons chemical valley in France, on December 22, 2025. Four people are seriously injured, and the A7 motorway is closed for safety reasons. All residents in the valley and the town of Saint Fons are ordered to remain indoors. (Photo by Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13123733 |
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| Photographer | Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto |
| Category | Environmental Issue |
| Copyright | © 2025 NurPhoto - Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto |
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