Massive explosion shakes Bandar Abbas: 80 injured in panic!
Massive explosion shakes Bandar Abbas: 80 injured in panic!
Bandar Abbas, Iran - On April 26, 2025, a massive explosion shook the Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas, which is more than 1,000 kilometers south of Tehran. According to reports from Al Jazera have been injured at least 80 people who were immediately transported to medical facilities for treatment. The explosion occurred in the Sina container courtyard, which is affiliated to the port and maritime organization and is located near the Shahid Rajaee Hauberleger.
video recordings on social media show a large cloud of smoke and a fireball from the explosion. Significant damage to buildings and vehicles is visible. Rescue workers were on site to provide injuries and examine the damage caused.
port city of Bandar Abbas
BANDAR ABBAS, capital of the province of Hormozgān, is a strategically important port at the access to Hormuz's street, the main exit for maritime activities in southern Iran. The city was founded in 1623 by Shah ʿAbbās I and has developed into an important trading center over the centuries. During the 17th century, she acted as the main port of Persia, but lost this status to the rival port of B refehr in the 18th century.
The local economy benefits from imports of industrial products as well as exports such as Kermān-carpets, petroleum products and agricultural products. Despite unfavorable port conditions, especially with regard to the water depth and protection, Bandar Abbas experienced an economic upswing during the Iran Irak War in the 1980s. In recent years, additional port facilities and shipyards have been built to improve the infrastructure.
earthquake in the Bandar Abbas
area The region around Bandar Abbas is not only endangered by explosive incidents, but also affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes. According to a report by DetailsOrt Bandar Abbas, Iran Quellen