A powerful blast on Tuesday ripped through an explosives plant in northwest Turkey killing 12 people and injuring four others, officials said.
Footage showed shards of glass and metal scattered outside the plant, where ambulances stood by.
“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.
“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 8:25 am (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.
“We are trying to find out what caused it,” he said.
Prosecutors have launched a thorough investigation.
The plant, located in the north of Balikesir, makes munitions and explosives and flares for the domestic and international markets.
Turkey has become a major defence exporter, particularly for drones, with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan a major supporter of the industry.
Harun Ar Rashid : The price of a flagship mobile phone is very high. There… Read More
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today conferred the Independence Award-2025 on seven luminary individuals in… Read More
The Home Ministry today issued a set of 15 directives to maintain the overall law… Read More
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today inquired about the health condition of former national cricket… Read More
Country's busiest and largest launch terminal Sadarghat is revitalized this year as Eid holidaymakers are… Read More
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have unveiled new missile systems on three strategic islands in the Gulf,… Read More