Powerful explosion rocks steel plant in Turkey – PHOTO

A powerful explosion occurred at the large Habaş steel plant in the Aliağa industrial district of Izmir, after which a major fire broke out.

The explosion occurred during working hours and was accompanied by a powerful shock wave felt by residents of nearby areas. Immediately afterwards, a fire broke out on the premises of the enterprise. According to reports from the scene, thick clouds of smoke are rising over the city.

Emergency response services promptly arrived at the scene of the incident — numerous fire crews, ambulances, and police. Specialists began containing the blaze and carrying out rescue operations, and also cordoned off the adjacent area for the safety of citizens.

At present, the causes of the incident are unknown. Information about the presence of injured or dead is being clarified. An operational headquarters for eliminating the consequences of the accident continues to work at the site.

Source: Haberler