A huge explosion, allegedly associated with the consignment of the chemical ingredient used to produce rocket fuel, killed at least 25 people and injured more than 800 others in the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abas.
The authorities in Iran did not offer a clear explanation of what was explosion 26. April in the port of Shahid Rajei, although independent experts said that the reason was, was improper storage of sodium perchlorate, components used in rocket fuel.
State media are 27. April reported that the explosion was now under control, broadcasting Radio Free Europe.
The port of Shahid Rajei is busiest in Iran, processes up to 80 percent of ship traffic in the country.
Hosein Zafari, spokesman Iran crisis management organizations, blamed the poor storage of chemicals in the containers in the port.
“The cause of the explosion was chemicals in containers,” Ilna told the Iranian news agency.
“Earlier, the General Manager of Crisis warned this port during his visits and indicated the possibility of danger,” Zafari said.
(Vijesti.ba/fena)
