A large-scale toxic cloud has been spotted in Tehran, which was formed as a result of ongoing oil fires. Satellite images show that the smoke covered the city for several days.
Satellite images confirm the scale
Satellite images showed that a large toxic cloud had formed over Tehran. It was caused by ongoing oil fires that lasted several days.
The smoke from the fires was clearly visible from space. According to satellite data, the cloud covered a large part of the city and surrounding areas.
Implications for the population
Toxic smoke posed a threat to the health of residents of the Iranian capital. The authorities warned of the danger of being outdoors.
Residents were urged to stay at home and avoid physical activity outside. There is no information about the victims.
Context.
Fires at oil facilities around Tehran have repeatedly caused environmental problems. Previous incidents were also accompanied by emissions of harmful substances into the air.
Iranian authorities have launched an investigation into the causes of the fires.
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