Gas pipe explosion in Orbassano on 10 November 2026
Date of the event:
On 10 November 2026, shortly before midday, a gas network pipe undergoing testing exploded in strada Torino in Orbassano, in front of the Ip fuel station, on the border with the Pasta hamlet of Rivalta di Rivoli. The explosion caused the road surface to collapse and damaged a car that was passing by at the time. No injuries were reported [1][2].
What happened
At the wheel of the car involved, a Cupra heading towards the centre of Orbassano, was a driver who was hit by debris thrown up by the blast. The car suffered damage to its windscreen and bodywork; the driver suffered no physical harm, only a severe fright [1][2].
Emergency response
Two fire brigade teams responded, from the Torino centrale and Torino Lingotto stations, together with the provincial command's NBCR unit (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical and Radiological), tasked with checking for any risks linked to the presence of gas. Municipal police officers also responded, handling traffic, along with technicians from the Municipality and from Italgas. Traffic was disrupted until the damaged car was removed and the area cordoned off [1][2].
The cause
According to the account given by Italgas technicians, the explosion occurred during an air-pressure test of a new pipe not yet carrying gas: an incorrect manoeuvre caused a component to come loose, producing a loud noise and damaging the nearby car. The company stated that no injuries or safety issues were recorded, and that its teams were working on repairs [1][2].
Sources
- Eco del Chisone — 10 November 2026
- TorinoToday — 10 November 2026