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Fatal explosion on Italian train Fatal explosion on Italian train
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Several people were killed and others injured when a train carrying gas canisters exploded in northern Italy, local media has reported. At least one person has been killed and 40 injured when a train carrying gas canisters exploded in northern Italy, local media report.
The incident happened in the coastal town of Viareggio.The incident happened in the coastal town of Viareggio.
State television said the train derailed before the explosion. At least 40 people were injured, Ansa news agency reported.
The explosion came as the train was approaching the station, and flames spread to a neighbouring street.The explosion came as the train was approaching the station, and flames spread to a neighbouring street.
It is unclear whether the train derailed before or after the blast. Two buildings are reported to have collapsed, Ansa news agency reported.