Police investigating whether an explosion at a house in Alcanar is linked to the terror attacks on Barcelona and Cambril

The transcript details a terrorist plot centered around a premature explosion in Alcanar, initially mistaken for a gas accident. Local skepticism arose despite police assurances. Investigations linked the explosion to the Barcelona attack, revealing a network of plotters. Intelligence agencies failed to detect the group's activities, leading to increased security measures across northern Spain.

What was the initial belief about the explosion at the villa in Alcanar?

• A fireworks accident

• An earthquake

• A gas explosion

• A terrorist attack

What evidence linked the Alcanar explosion to the Barcelona attack?

• Recovered materials

• A confession

• A witness testimony

• A video recording

How did local residents initially react to the explosion?

• They assumed it was a construction accident

• They believed it was a gas explosion

• They were suspicious of a terrorist plot

• They thought it was a natural disaster

What was the nationality of the young men frequently visiting the villa?

• Middle Eastern

• South Asian

• Eastern European

• North African

What measures were taken by authorities in response to the threat?

• Deployment of military forces

• Increased surveillance in Alcanar

• Evacuation of nearby towns

• Checkpoints on main roads and borders