Fatal Explosion at Egypt's Matrouh Port Meteorological Station During Routine Check
HYDROGEN
A hydrogen device exploded at Egypt's Matrouh Port meteorological station on January 10 during a routine balloon launch, leading to the death of a senior technician. The Egyptian Meteorological Agency attributed the incident to a technical malfunction during preparations. Emergency response teams worked with local authorities to manage the situation and mitigate further risks.

Jan 17, 2026, 6:31 AM