Fire At Beirut Blast Site Scares Residents, Fuels Anti-Government Fury

A fire broke out at the Beirut port, the same location as the August explosion that killed nearly 200 people. The fire started in an area storing cooking oil and spread to tires. While the fire is mostly out, it caused fear among residents, leading to speculation about government accountability and potential evidence destruction. The Lebanese government had resigned after the August explosion, but public frustration remains high. The fire also threatens Red Cross operations, which rely on the port for humanitarian supplies.

What was the initial cause of the fire at the Beirut port?

• Gas leak

• Cooking oil storage

• Electrical fault

• A lightning strike

How did the residents of Beirut react to the fire?

• They organized a protest

• They celebrated the government's quick response

• They ignored the incident

• They were terrified and some left the city

What was the public's main concern regarding the government's handling of the port?

• The government's plan to expand the port

• The government's investment in new technology

• The government's decision to privatize the port

• The government's inability to keep the port safe

What speculation arose among residents about the cause of the fire?

• It was an accident due to negligence

• It was a natural disaster

• It was a deliberate act to destroy evidence

• It was caused by foreign interference

How did the fire impact the Red Cross operations in Lebanon?

• It had no impact

• It disrupted their operations significantly

• It led to an increase in donations

• It improved their efficiency