In a tragic turn of events at Iran’s key container port, an explosion in the Shahid Rajaee section of Bandar Abbas has claimed at least 70 lives and injured over 1,200 people. 🚨🔥
The blast, which rocked the port on Saturday, ignited a massive fire that firefighters battled for 48 hours. Although the blaze is now under control, rescue teams are hard at work as they work to remove damaged containers — a process expected to take up to two weeks.
Officials have identified several security protocol shortcomings that may have played a role in the disaster. Amid the chaos, an investigation has been launched to determine whether negligence or sabotage contributed to the tragedy, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ordering a full inquiry. 🔍
Tragically, 22 people remain missing and 22 victims have yet to be identified, leaving many families in deep distress. As rescue operations continue, the community and authorities alike are grappling with the aftermath of this devastating incident.
This heartbreaking event serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures in critical infrastructure. Our hearts go out to everyone affected as the investigation unfolds and efforts to restore normalcy continue.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
