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Explosions At The Elkem Chemical Plant In The Saint Fons Chemical Valley
The Elkem plant is located on the right of the image during the explosions at 2:45 p.m. at the Elkem chemical plant, a high threshold Seveso site, in the Saint Fons chemical valley in France, on December 22, 2025. Four people are seriously injured, the A7 motorway is closed for safety reasons, and 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 | #13123736 |
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| Photographer | Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto |
| Category | Environmental Issue |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Romain Doucelin/NurPhoto |
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