Beirut blast: What we know so far

The explosion in Beirut originated from a warehouse storing 2750 tons of ammonium nitrate, seized from a Russian freighter in 2013. The blast, occurring around 6:00 PM, resulted in at least 135 deaths and 5,000 injuries. It destroyed 85% of Lebanon's grain silos and caused extensive damage within a 1.5 km radius, affecting hospitals, residences, and cultural sites. The explosion also led to a citywide power outage, complicating rescue efforts.

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