Huge blast at key Iranian port kills 14 and injures more than 750

[Starmix]

According to the report, at least 14 people have been killed and 750 injured in a massive explosion at one of Iran's key ports, authorities say. The blast occurred on Saturday morning at Shahid Rajaee, the country's largest commercial port, near the southern city of Bandar Abbas.

The report said that it blew out windows and roofs of nearby buildings and destroyed cars. Residents reported feeling the impact of the blast up to 50km (31 miles) away. The entire warehouse was filled with smoke, dust, and ashes. Aerial footage showed at least three areas ablaze, and Iran's interior minister later confirmed that the fire was spreading from one container to another. Schools and offices in the region have been ordered to remain closed on Sunday.

One private maritime risk firm believed the affected containers contained solid fuel destined for ballistic missiles. The fire was the result of "improper handling of a shipment of solid fuel intended for use in Iranian ballistic missiles.

Source: B B C

 

[freelancermaria]

It is unfortunate. Solid fuel must be handled with care to prevent incidents. It should not be managed near residences, commercial buildings, or other establishments.

 

[eLdavis]

These things need extreme care when handling them, cause any wrong move can wipe out everyone there and even those around that area.

 

[Starmix]

Those ballistic missiles will be used to attack Israel and the USA. God knows what is best, and it was the best option to rock those weapons on fire to avoid blood to shed on the ground.

 

[Augusta]

14 people have been killed and 750 injured in a massive explosion at one of Iran's key ports, Oh no rest in peace yo the dead

 

[Starmix]

It was so devastating for the people there, especially for those 14 families who lost a loved one. It will not be easy for them to move on, especially if those killed were the breadwinners in their families. It is so sad.