In the city of Mahshahr, the second largest city in Iran, a massive fire broke out following an explosion. This incident occurred shortly after a large explosion at the Rajai port, not far from the major city of Bandar-Abbas on the Hormuz Strait.
According to local authorities, the cause of the fire is currently unknown, and rescue teams continue their work at the site of the incident. There are reports of extensive damage and several casualties, including fatalities and injuries.
One witness was a local resident who recounted: "We were all shocked by the force of the explosion and the enormous blaze that engulfed everything around. People in panic fled from the site of the incident, and cries for help were heard."
Firefighting and rescue services are working on the scene, trying to extinguish the flames and provide assistance to the injured. They are also conducting investigations to determine the cause of the incident.