AZF, chemical factory in France
AZF was a chemical factory located in the outskirts of Toulouse, France, focused on the production of fertilizers.
On September 21, 2001, an explosion at the AZF factory killed 31 people and caused extensive damage to the city.
The disaster highlighted the vulnerability of industrial sites near urban areas and led to stricter safety regulations.
Post-disaster, the site underwent significant cleanup efforts and remains closed indefinitely.
The AZF explosion is considered one of the worst industrial accidents in Europe.
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