12 dead, 3 injured in explosion at explosives factory in western Türkiye
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An explosion at an explosives manufacturing facility in the Karesi district of Balıkesir, western Türkiye, resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals and left three others injured on Tuesday.
The factory, which has been operational since 2014, specializes in the production of munitions for light weapons. According to local reports, the incident occurred within the factory premises, leading to immediate response from emergency services.
Balıkesir Governor İsmail Ustaoğlu confirmed the casualties and stated that preliminary investigations have ruled out sabotage as the cause of the explosion. The exact reason for the blast remains under investigation as authorities work to ensure safety and prevent future occurrences.
This tragic event underscores the risks associated with manufacturing explosives and the ongoing need for stringent safety measures in such facilities. (ILKHA)
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