A loud bang shook the historic center of Alghero shortly before 7 p.m., when an electrical substation on Via Machin suddenly exploded, releasing a thick column of smoke that quickly filled the surrounding streets.
Firefighters responded immediately to the scene and are working to secure the area and restore normalcy. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
According to initial reports, the cabin affected by the accident had already been repaired in recent days due to disruptions likely related to overloading of the lines, a recurring problem especially during peak tourist periods.
The most immediate consequence was a power outage that affected several streets in the city center, leaving residents and businesses without power. Work is currently underway to restore service as quickly as possible.