An oil refinery in southern Iran became engulfed in flames on Monday, resulting in injuries to eight firefighters, according to a report from the official IRNA news agency. The fire reportedly ignited in two out of five tanks at an oil depot situated near the vital port of Bandar Abbas. While the precise cause of the incident remains undisclosed, authorities expressed concern about the potential for the fire to spread further. Bandar Abbas, strategically located at the Strait of Hormuz, serves as a crucial hub for imports and exports.
This incident follows a pattern of similar fires reported at this and other Iranian oil facilities. Past explanations for these incidents have cited decades of international sanctions and the impact of high summer temperatures as contributing factors. On Monday, temperatures in Bandar Abbas neared 97 degrees Fahrenheit.
