13 December 2023 at 12:40 Fire brigade: Explosion at Hydro in Årdal – one injured and several evacuated The fire brigade is on the scene, and the police are on their way. According to the fire service, they confirm to news that there has been an explosion in connection with a melting furnace at Hydro Aluminum in Årdal. One person has burns, according to the police. Acting duty commander Dan Inge Gjesdal in the 110 center West tells news that ten people have been evacuated as a result of the incident. According to Gjesdal, the extent is unknown, and the fire service is now carrying out investigations. There is no risk of leaks.
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