"Lebanon Devastation: Gas Tanker Explosion Rocks Hermel Amid Scorching Heatwave A catastrophic explosion has shaken the Lebanese town of Hermel, as a gas tanker caught fire and erupted in a massive blast near the local Army barracks. The incident occurred in the midst of a sweltering heatwave that has gripped the region, with soaring temperatures exacerbating the risk of fires. Eyewitnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with flames engulfing the tanker and nearby buildings, and emergency services racing to contain the damage. The explosion has raised concerns over the safety of nearby residents and military personnel, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the blaze."
A gas tanker exploded after soaring temperatures sparked a fire near the Lebanese Army barracks in Hermel.
