Several people injured in nitrogen tank explosion at Iran's Tabriz refinery

A nitrogen tank explosion at the Tabriz refinery in northwestern Iran injured several people.

Several people injured in nitrogen tank explosion at Iran's Tabriz refinery
29 June, 2025   22:52
NEWSDESK

Iranian media reported on Sunday that a nitrogen tank explosion at the Tabriz refinery in northwestern Iran injured several people.

ISNA news agency reported that "the nitrogen tank explosion at the Tabriz refinery resulted in eight people being slightly injured."

It added, "Due to increased pressure and a technical malfunction, the nitrogen tank exploded."

Local reports revealed that the explosion caused heavy smoke to rise in the area.

Iranian state media reported that the Tabriz refinery was operating normally, noting that initial investigations indicated no casualties.

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ANHA