Barcadera Area Closed After Air Leak from Arugas Tank

On Sunday afternoon, a resident in the Barcadera industrial area of Aruba heard an explosion and detected a smell of gas, though the source was initially unknown. The incident was reported to authorities, who responded to investigate. It was determined that the cause was an air leak originating from a tank belonging to Arugas, the island's gas supplier. As a precautionary measure, the Barcadera area was closed off to ensure public safety. Emergency and safety personnel were deployed to manage the situation and assess any potential risk. The closure affected access to the industrial zone, which is a key hub for commercial and energy operations on the island. No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident based on available information.