A massive explosion rocked an industrial area adjacent to Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on November 15, 2025, prompting flight cancellations and sending 22 people to hospitals with injuries. Emergency services are currently battling a large-scale fire ignited by the blast.
The incident, occurring in an area housing factories producing tires, chemical products, and other goods, has disrupted air travel and raised concerns about potential environmental impacts. Authorities have stated the cause of the explosion remains unknown as of late Friday, November 15th. The affected industrial zone is a key logistical hub for the region, and the disruption could impact supply chains and local businesses.
according to Fabian Garcia, the civil defense director for Buenos Aires, “It is a complex fire. It will be a long fire.” Local media reports indicate at least five factories sustained damage from the explosions and subsequent fire.
Firefighters and emergency personnel are continuing to work to contain the blaze and assess the full extent of the damage. An investigation into the cause of the explosion is underway.Ezeiza international Airport, one of Argentina’s busiest, temporarily suspended operations following the incident, leading to flight delays and cancellations for both domestic and international travelers.
