A massive explosion rocked the port city of Bandar Abbas in Hormozgan province on Saturday, leaving at least 5 people dead and over 700 injured. Rescue teams rushed to the scene as chaos unfolded, with damage spreading around the area. 💥
Mehrdad Hassanzadeh, the director general of the provincial crisis management organization, confirmed the tragic toll to Fars news agency. Initial details point to an incident involving chemical materials stored in a container at the Port of Shahid Rajaee.
Reports indicate that the blast, which occurred at a gas tank location, caused extensive damage to nearby buildings and vehicles. Medical centers across the city are now busy treating those injured in this calamity.
In an international twist, China's Consulate General in Bandar Abbas stated that three Chinese citizens sustained minor injuries. After receiving prompt medical care, they are now in stable condition.
Iranian authorities, including spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, have stepped in to coordinate rescue efforts and launch a thorough investigation. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has extended his heartfelt sympathy to the victims and ordered a detailed probe into the incident, urging everyone to refrain from hasty speculations until all facts emerge.
As investigations continue, the community braces for further updates on this unfolding crisis. Stay tuned for more details as rescue and recovery efforts carry on. 😢
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At least 5 killed, over 700 wounded in blast at southern Iranian port
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