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Explosion in Rome Injures Three, Evacuates Neighborhood

3/23/2026

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An explosion on a residential street in Rome injured three people and caused the evacuation of dozens.
The blast occurred on Sunday afternoon in the Piana del Sole neighborhood and damaged three apartment buildings.
The injured include an elderly couple in critical condition and a 24-year-old man.
Firefighters are investigating the cause.
Mayor Roberto Gualtieri expressed support for the victims.

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An explosion on a residential street in Rome injured three people and caused the evacuation of dozens.
The blast occurred on Sunday afternoon in the Piana del Sole neighborhood and damaged three apartment buildings.
The injured include an elderly couple in critical condition and a 24-year-old man.
Firefighters are investigating the cause.
Mayor Roberto Gualtieri expressed support for the victims.