A devastating explosion in Saviano, near Naples, has claimed the lives of four family members, including two young children, their mother, and grandmother.

The explosion, likely caused by a gas leak, led to the collapse of a residential building early in the morning.

Rescue teams are working tirelessly to find survivors, with the father and a two-year-old sibling critically injured and hospitalized.

The local community and authorities are rallying to support the affected family, while investigations into the cause of the explosion continue.

The tragedy has left the town in mourning, with officials emphasizing the urgency of rescue efforts and community solidarity.