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Huge explosion next to Argentina airport sees 22 rushed to hospital
- A massive explosion near Ezeiza airport led to immediate flight cancellations and 22 hospitalizations.
- Officials say the blaze started in an industrial area south of Buenos Aires and is being treated as a complex fire.
- The mayor of Ezeiza said the cause of the explosion was unknown as firefighters battled the flames.
- At least five factories were reportedly affected by the explosions and ensuing fire.
- Gaston Granados, the Ezeiza mayor, indicated authorities are coordinating fire control efforts.
- Emergency services reported 22 injured as firefighters fought the blaze near the airport.
- Authorities noted multiple factories in the area producing tires and chemicals were affected.
- The incident disrupted air traffic around Buenos Aires as officials investigated.
- Local media reports and civil defense officials provided initial details and updates on the fire.
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