In a pyrotechnic products’ plant took place a fire, followed by an explosion, in the north of Portugal.

Five people died, and three were registered as missing as a result of the flames’ bursting. The owner and his daughter are among the victims. 

The policemen state that there are very small chances of finding the missing persons alive.

Over one hundred firemen and several savior teams intervened at the incident’s place.

The fire was extinguished in several hours. The causes that lead to the deflagration are unknown by the authorities for now.