Victims Rise To Three After Ercolano Explosion, Rescue Workers Dig For Survivors

Rescue workers in Ercolano, Italy, continue to dig through rubble in search of survivors after an explosion on Monday claimed the lives of three people.

The latest victim was identified as a 30-year-old woman who had been trapped in the debris of a collapsed building.

The explosion occurred in the early hours of Monday morning, causing widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure in the historic town, which is located near Naples.

The cause of the blast is still under investigation, but officials believe it may have been caused by a gas leak.

The explosion has sent shockwaves through the community, and residents are still struggling to come to terms with the tragedy.

"It's like a war zone," said one resident.

"I've never seen anything like it."

Rescue workers are continuing to search for survivors, but the chances of finding anyone alive are dwindling.

"We're doing everything we can," said one rescue worker.

"But the situation is very difficult."

The Italian government has declared a state of emergency in the area, and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has visited the site of the explosion to offer her condolences to the victims' families.

"This is a tragedy," said Meloni.

"Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and the people of Ercolano."