Intel Factory Explosion in Kiryat Gat Injures Three Workers
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
An explosion and fire at an Intel factory in Kiryat Gat's industrial zone on Tuesday injured three workers seriously. Emergency services responded to the incident, which is under investigation for a potential hazardous materials leak, possibly involving nitrogen trifluoride. The affected workers suffered severe burns and were hospitalized, while authorities are working to control the fire and assess environmental risks, urging the public to stay clear of the area.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Three workers were seriously injured in an explosion and fire at an Intel factory in Kiryat Gat.
- The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon in the Rabin Industrial Park, prompting a large emergency response.
- Investigators suspect a gas cylinder or equipment malfunction caused the explosion.
- Hazardous materials, including nitrogen trifluoride, are being assessed for potential environmental risks.
- Authorities have secured the area and are asking the public to avoid the industrial zone.
A complex emergency incident occurred at the industrial zone in Kiryat Gat, resulting in three workers sustaining serious injuries. The Ministry of Environmental Protection is investigating a suspected leak of hazardous materials following a powerful explosion and subsequent fire at an Intel factory in Rabin Industrial Park.
Initial suspicions point to a gas cylinder or a technical malfunction in industrial equipment as the cause of the blast. Emergency services, including police, firefighters, and medical teams, responded rapidly after the initial reports around 2 p.m. Paramedics from Magen David Adom treated the three conscious but severely burned workers, who were then transported to a hospital for urgent care.
Firefighters from Ashkelon and nearby stations conducted extensive searches of the building to rule out additional trapped individuals and worked to extinguish the blaze. Simultaneously, hazardous materials teams are assessing the potential release of dangerous substances, specifically nitrogen trifluoride (NF₃), a non-flammable but oxidizing gas involved in the incident.
Environmental protection officials and representatives from the Ashkelon Coastal Cities Association for Environmental Quality are on-site to evaluate environmental consequences and prevent air pollution. The Ministry of Environmental Protection stated that the circumstances are under thorough investigation in cooperation with emergency agencies.
Fire and Rescue Services reported that the fire is under control, with ongoing efforts to prevent its spread. Police have cordoned off the area, blocked roads, and are directing traffic, urging the public to avoid the industrial park to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and ensure emergency vehicles can operate unimpeded.
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