Catania beachfront bar fire: owner burned, venue destroyed

Last Updated: April 2, 2024

An article about a fire that destroyed a bar in Catania this morning. The bar owner, a 41-year-old man, was injured and taken to the hospital with burns on his face, arms, and legs. Firefighters, ambulances, and municipal police responded to the scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with the initial hypothesis being a gas cylinder explosion. Nearby bank alarms were triggered due to the loud noise. Some residents were evacuated as a precaution. The road was partially closed for safety reasons.