Fire at Bella Italia Camping Injures 24 in Peschiera del Garda

The fire began early in the morning, around 6 AM, at the Bella Italia camping site in Peschiera del Garda. According to initial reports, the flames quickly spread through a section of the site where mobile homes and bungalows are located.

An explosion was heard as the fire broke out, which may have contributed to the rapid escalation. Early accounts suggest that gas cylinders could have played a role, but the exact cause remains under investigation.

On October 4, 2026, emergency services received an alarm at around 6 AM from the Bella Italia camping site. The fire had already affected approximately twenty mobile homes and several vehicles by the time firefighters arrived, as reported by La Repubblica.

Rescue teams evacuated the area and provided immediate assistance to injured campers. According to Fanpage, 24 people were hospitalized, with one person in critical condition, seven in moderate condition, and 16 with minor injuries.

Efforts to control the fire were complicated by the explosion of gas cylinders, which added to the danger for both campers and firefighters, as noted by DER SPIEGEL.

By mid-morning, the fire was brought under control, though significant damage had already been done to the affected area. The authorities then began securing the site to allow for a safe investigation.

As of now, the fire has been extinguished and the site is under control. Emergency services have treated the injured, and the most serious cases remain under medical care.

Investigators are working to determine the precise cause of the fire, with early focus on possible gas explosions. The campsite area involved remains secured as the investigation continues.

Authorities are expected to release more information about the cause of the fire as the investigation progresses. Updates on the condition of those hospitalized, especially the person in serious condition, are also anticipated in the coming days.