Explosion at Ikea factory in Hultsfred

An explosion has occurred in a mill room on the Ikea Industry premises in Hultsfred. Fire and smoke have subsequently broken out and spread to a silo located next to the building where the explosion occurred. A major rescue operation is underway in the area.

There is a threat of further explosions, authorities say. An explosion has occurred at an Ikea factory in Hultsfred, southern Sweden. The fire has so far not been brought under control and there is a risk of further explosions, reports Aftonbladet. There are no known injured so far, writes Dagens Nyheter.

The fire is not under control so far.