Civil Protection fire engines are surrounding the Easygas factory in Marsa following reports from several localities in the vicinity of a strong gas odour.

A spokesman said that four units from the Hal Far and Corradino sections were in the area as a precaution but their readers had established that there were no gas leaks.

Officers are carrying out further checks in the factory as a precaution.

The roads in the area have been closed.

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