A powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in the San Francisco Industrial Zone of Maracaibo at approximately 2:10 PM UTC on September 11th, 2025, with the blast felt throughout the city. Initial reports from social media indicate the explosion originated from a fireworks shed and that the extent of casualties, if any, is currently unknown. The force of the blast reportedly caused tremors felt across Maracaibo, and affected nearby houses. This incident follows earlier reports today of a major explosion in Maracaibo's industrial zone, initially attributed to a gas truck. The European Parliament also designated the "Los Soles poster" and a Colombian narco figure as terrorist organizations earlier on September 11th, and Venezuelan official Diosdado Cabello issued a warning regarding actions against Venezuela.
