UEMS / Ammunition Depot event in Spain on Fri 30th October 2026

At least four people were left injured after a huge explosion rocked a major European city.

A blast at the El Fargue ammunition factory in Granada, Spain, sparked panic among residents and sparked a huge emergency response.

The incident happened at around 8.58am, according to Andalusian Emergency Services.

The blast triggered a large-scale emergency response, with local police, firefighters, national police officers and ambulance crews dispatched to the scene.

Several helicopters were also seen circling above the area as authorities worked to assess the situation.

According to preliminary findings from emergency services, the explosion is believed to have originated in the factory's incineration section.

While no serious injuries have been reported, five workers were affected by the blast.

Two received treatment at the scene for burn injuries, while three others were taken to hospital after suffering hearing-related problems.

Once the site had been secured, officers from the National Police's bomb disposal unit (TEDAX) entered the facility to assess any ongoing risks.

Early indications suggest the incident occurred during the destruction of artillery shells.

Investigators have since begun gathering statements from employees as they work to establish the circumstances that led to the explosion.