Turkye Steel Factory Explosion: 17 workers died and 12 were injured in a massive explosion in the factory. Work was going on in the plant at the time of the accident.
Turkey Steel Factory Explosion: Ankara. A major accident occurred in a steel factory in Izmir, Turkey on Monday. 17 workers died in the massive explosion in the factory, while 12 people were injured. Work was going on in the plant at the time of the accident. After the incident, relief and rescue operations were started. Police have so far arrested 6 people in the case.
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Explosion occurred when crane hit gas line
According to the report, the accident occurred when a new boiler was being transported with the help of a crane. Meanwhile the crane collided with the gas line. After this the material fell into the furnace below and there was a massive explosion. The explosion caused huge damage in the factory. There was chaos at the spot.
Search continues for people buried under debris
Local Governor Suleiman Alban said that the accident happened around Monday afternoon. He feared that some people may still be buried under the debris. Rescue teams are working continuously on the spot. At the same time, Habas Demir Celik, the company running the factory, said that the accident happened during maintenance work in the electric arc furnace.
President Erdogan hinted at investigation
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed the death of 17 people in the accident after a cabinet meeting. He said that the incident is being investigated. Relief and rescue teams are busy helping the affected people. Efforts are being made to find out the cause of the accident.
Accidents occurring at factories and workplaces in Turkey have been a matter of concern for a long time. The independent organization Turkish Health and Safety Labor Watch has also expressed concern over this problem. The factory where the accident occurred is located in Aliaga area of Izmir. This area is known for its big port and ship breaking business.