A large explosion occurred at the Shahid Rajee port in southern Iran, injuring at least 500 people and causing significant destruction.
**Massive Explosion Rocks Port in Iran, Leaving Hundreds Injured**
**Massive Explosion Rocks Port in Iran, Leaving Hundreds Injured**
A significant blast in Bandar Abbas port injures over 500 individuals, with emergency services scrambling to assist.
The southern Iranian city of Bandar Abbas experienced a devastating explosion at the Shahid Rajee port early Saturday morning, resulting in over 500 injuries according to state media reports. While no fatalities have been confirmed, graphic footage depicted numerous individuals lying injured on the ground, with reports of people trapped under partially collapsed structures. Emergency personnel are working diligently to evacuate victims and transport them to nearby hospitals.
Locals reported that the explosion shattered windows of nearby buildings and was powerful enough to be heard from several kilometers away. A lingering fire continues to engulf the area, as large clouds of smoke billow into the sky over the wharfs.
Initial investigations by officials suggest that the blast was triggered by the detonation of several unsealed containers stored at the port. A crisis management representative noted that damage to both vehicles and buildings in the vicinity has been extensive. The chaotic scene has prompted swift action from workers, who are hurriedly evacuating the area and assisting with rescue efforts.
Locals reported that the explosion shattered windows of nearby buildings and was powerful enough to be heard from several kilometers away. A lingering fire continues to engulf the area, as large clouds of smoke billow into the sky over the wharfs.
Initial investigations by officials suggest that the blast was triggered by the detonation of several unsealed containers stored at the port. A crisis management representative noted that damage to both vehicles and buildings in the vicinity has been extensive. The chaotic scene has prompted swift action from workers, who are hurriedly evacuating the area and assisting with rescue efforts.
