Intel Factory Explosion Victim Dies in Israeli Hospital

The victim who died had been admitted to Soroka Hospital in Be'er Sheva in critical condition, but medical staff were ultimately unable to save his life. The other two injured workers remain hospitalized in serious condition in the intensive care unit of the hospital.

According to Ynet, the incident took place when one truck finished unloading material into the factory tanks and disconnected, and the explosion occurred as a second truck connected. Kiryat Gat police station commander Shalom Shai Alali stated at the scene that it was too early to determine if criminal negligence was involved.

Following the blast, firefighters and emergency services worked to cool and secure the scene to prevent further danger. Professional teams and police are investigating the circumstances of the incident and checking for any additional leaks, with Alali indicating that the situation was brought under control.