3 injuries in huge explosion at industrial site north of 'Tel Aviv'
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Israeli media say the cause of the explosion was not immediately known.
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A screenshot from a video that shows a huge blast in the illegal settlement of "Ramat Hasharon", on August 15, 2023 (Israel media)
Israeli media reported on Tuesday morning that one Israeli settler was seriously injured and two others were "lightly wounded" in an explosion at an industrial site in the illegal settlement of "Ramat Hasharon", north of "Tel Aviv", describing it as "dangerous" and "huge".
The Times of "Israel" mentioned that "the cause of the explosion was not immediately known, but police and emergency responders said the situation was under control."
🇵🇸BREAKING NOW: Massive explosion north of Tel Aviv.
— DD Geopolitics (@DD_Geopolitics) August 15, 2023
A Chemical Plant North of Tel Aviv near the Town of Ramat Hasharon is said to have exploded tonight with residents in the surrounding area being told to “Shelter-in-Place” until further notice due to the possibility of… pic.twitter.com/YDCffm2EDd
The Israeli occupation's Public Broadcasting Corporation (KAN) said firefighting teams were able to control several ignition points, adding that the circumstances of the explosion will be investigated.
KAN pointed out that a team of explosives experts was deployed to the site to deal with possible explosive materials.
It is noteworthy that the Israeli occupation has witnessed several similar incidents, but there was a media blackout by Israeli media and authorities over their circumstances.
According to The Times of "Israel", "In June, a massive explosion rocked the coastal city of Herzliya, just north of Tel Aviv, reportedly caused by improperly stored gunpowder from an old ammunition factory."
