Industrial explosion at a steel complex in Izmir, Turkey
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Industrial workers
Izmir, Turkey
November 9, 2026
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An explosion occurred at an industrial complex in Izmir on November 9. A crane collapsed into an electric arc furnace, causing the blast. Authorities have detained five people for investigation.
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