TURKEY: 12 killed in blast at explosives plant

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Wed, 25 Dec 2024 0:59:33 WAT

A powerful blast on Tuesday ripped through an explosives plant in northwest Turkey killing 12 people and injuring four others, officials said.

“According to initial reports, 12 employees died and four were taken to hospital with injuries as a result of the explosion,” local governor Ismail Ustaoglu said.

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“I wish God’s mercy upon our deceased citizens and a speedy recovery to our wounded,” he added.

Officials said the wounded were not in a serious condition.

The blast took place at 8:25am (0525 GMT) at a section of the plant which local officials said collapsed by the force of the explosion.

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said the cause was not immediately known and authorities ruled out sabotage.

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