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Old 6th September 2010, 5:08 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Unhappy Another Maltese Factory Incident

timesofmalta.com - Three dead in G?arb fireworks explosion


Gozo-Gharb firework factory explosion on Vimeo


How many is that of late? Very sad.
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Old 7th September 2010, 11:25 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I agree, very sad indeed.
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Old 8th September 2010, 10:50 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I recommended Gozo to some friends for a holiday and they sent me a postcard from there last week.
I haven't heard if they're back ok yet.
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Old 8th September 2010, 11:48 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Death toll up to 5 now...

Various reports from the same accident:

Updated: Body of fourth fireworks explosion victim found
Gharb fireworks blast claims another victim
Widow's anger as Xaghra feast goes ahead
Updated: Government appoints board of inquiry on materials used in fireworks
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Old 8th September 2010, 12:42 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Tragic in the extreme. RIP, heart felt condolences to friends and loved ones.
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