Residents of Sderot were instructed to stay indoors Monday morning after a large fire broke out at the Strauss and Tapugen factories, according to reports. Authorities are concerned about a possible leak of hazardous materials. The fire was first reported around 10:30.
Residents of Sderot were ordered to stay indoors Monday morning as a large fire burned at the Strauss and Tapugen factories in the city, with authorities citing concern over a potential leak of hazardous materials.
The fire was first reported around 10:30 by journalist Itai Gal-On, who published video footage of the blaze. Minutes later, instructions were issued for residents to confine themselves to their homes, likely due to the risk of toxic smoke or chemical leakage.
The factories are located in an industrial area of Sderot. The cause of the fire is not yet known, and there are no immediate reports of casualties. Emergency services are on the scene.
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