Huge explosion at Iranian seaport, hundreds injured

An explosion has occurred at Iran's largest and most modern port, Shahid Razi. The number of injured has exceeded 400.

The explosion occurred on Saturday (April 26) afternoon.Iran's emergency services spokesman Babak Yakteperest confirmed the injuries, adding that the injured were being sent to various hospitals in Hormuzgan province.
Although many suspected sabotage immediately after the explosion, Hossein Jafari, a spokesman for the country's National Disaster Management Authority, said there were no signs of sabotage.He told the ILNA news agency that the explosion could have been caused by the chemical substances inside the container.
Jafari said that many ruLocal media reported that it is not yet clear what was inside the containers that exploded, but that there was a smell of sulfur-like substances.mors are being spread about the explosion. The official urged everyone to wait for official information instead of believing them.He said the intensity of the explosion was so strong that it was felt about 50 kilometers away.
After the first explosion, more explosions occurred there. However, the situation is currently under control, according to state media. Rescuers are working to remove casualties and vehicles. Source: Iran International

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