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Massive explosion near major airport with flights delayed and cancelled
- A massive explosion hit an industrial park near Buenos Aires, triggering a large fire.
- Transport disruption followed as flights were delayed or canceled.
- At least 15 people were hospitalised amid the blaze.
- Fire crews battled a complex, long-lasting incident at the site.
- Gaston Granados, mayor of Ezeiza, reported extensive damage from the blast.
- Officials noted one factory was chemical and another plastics, indicating hazardous material risks.
- Emergency responders faced a long effort to control the fire.
- The blast occurred around 9 p.m., according to local media reports.
- Authorities could not confirm the exact cause of the explosion at the time of reporting.
- Local authorities aimed to control the fire while managing multiple factories impacted.
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