Worker dies in Llodio after explosion at Vibrantz paint factory

A serious workplace accident occurred in the early hours, raising concerns about occupational safety once again.

Image of a nighttime industrial accident at a paint factory, with emergency lights and smoke.
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Image of a nighttime industrial accident at a paint factory, with emergency lights and smoke.

A fatal workplace accident occurred overnight at the Vibrantz paint factory in Llodio, where an oven explosion led to the death of a worker.

A worker at the industrial paint factory Vibrantz, located in Llodio, has died in the early hours of the morning following an oven explosion. The incident took place around 00:15 AM.
The Ertzaintza has confirmed that initial findings suggest the explosion of an oven within the factory premises caused the accident. This marks the fifth fatal incident in Álava so far this year.