Massive Blaze Erupts at Iranian Mini-Refinery in Lorestan Province

Fire Incident at Oxin Palayesh Mini-Refinery

A significant fire broke out on Friday at the Oxin Palayesh mini-refinery located in Iran's Lorestan province. Thick black smoke was seen rising into the sky as firefighters worked to control the flames. The incident reportedly began shortly after 5 PM local time, creating a towering column of smoke visible over parts of Poldokhtar. Social media platforms were flooded with videos depicting the extensive fire at the refinery, with large clouds of smoke billowing into the atmosphere.

Firefighting teams, along with rescue personnel and various equipment, were dispatched to the scene. However, the intensity of the fire and the presence of combustible materials complicated efforts to contain it, hindering crews from accessing the main source of the flames in the early hours. According to the semi-official Mehr news agency, which cited the deputy governor of Lorestan, there have been no reports of casualties or injuries. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Initial assessments suggest that the fire may have originated in the raw materials section of the facility. Authorities are considering potential negligence as a factor, but a definitive cause will not be established until the fire is completely extinguished.