A powerful explosion occurred at a fireworks factory in the San Francisco Industrial Zone of Maracaibo on September 11th, 2025, at approximately 2:10 PM UTC, causing tremors felt throughout the city. It is currently unknown if there are any fatalities or injuries. The incident, which happened minutes before 2:16 PM UTC, was described as extremely strong, with reports indicating that houses were affected. Social media posts confirmed the explosion originated in a fireworks shed within the industrial zone. This explosion follows earlier reports of a massive blast in Maracaibo's industrial zone around 1:45 PM UTC, initially attributed to a gas truck. The earlier incident also caused widespread tremors and significant destruction. Earlier on September 11th, 2025, Venezuelan official Diosdado Cabello issued a warning regarding actions against Venezuela, stating "will cost a lot of blood and sacrifice" ahead of the activation of the "Independent Plan." This statement was made in the context of the European Parliament's designation of the "Los Soles poster" and a Colombian narco figure as terrorist organizations.
