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Netanyahu Speaks With MDA Chief After Intel Plant Blast

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Magen David Adom Director-General Eli Bin following an explosion at the Intel factory in Kiryat Gat. Three people were seriously injured and evacuated to Soroka Hospital, where they are receiving treatment. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, with hazardous materials teams assessing risks from nitrogen trifluoride gas. Police are investigating the possibility of a gas cylinder explosion as the cause.

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  • Three people were seriously injured in an explosion at the Intel factory in Kiryat Gat.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received an update on the injured from MDA Director-General Eli Bin.
  • The injured were evacuated to Soroka Hospital and are receiving treatment.
  • Firefighters gained control of the blaze, which involved nitrogen trifluoride gas.
  • Police are investigating a gas cylinder explosion as a potential cause of the incident.
Netanyahu Speaks With MDA Chief After Intel Plant Blast
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Wednesday with Magen David Adom Director-General Eli Bin to receive an update on the condition of those injured in an explosion at the Intel factory in Kiryat Gat. The Prime Minister's Office stated that Bin informed Netanyahu that the injured were quickly evacuated to Soroka Hospital and are receiving optimal treatment there. Netanyahu wished them a speedy recovery and thanked the rescue forces for their swift and determined actions. Three people were seriously injured in the unusual incident at the Intel plant in Kiryat Gat. Earlier, the Fire and Rescue Services announced that the fire had been brought under control. Hazardous materials teams are conducting monitoring and risk assessments following the involvement of nitrogen trifluoride gas. Police stated that an investigation is underway into suspicions that the fire was caused by a gas cylinder explosion.

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