Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Nitrogen Tank Explosion Reported at Iran's Tabriz Refinery
On Sunday, a nitrogen tank exploded at Iran's Tabriz oil refinery, causing smoke.
Officials said no one was hurt, and the refinery is still working.
The blast happened because of a problem with the nitrogen tank, according to early investigations.
However, there are different stories about what really caused the explosion.
The refinery makes about 110,000 barrels of oil a day, which is used in several provinces.
An explosion occurred at Iran's Tabriz oil refinery due to a nitrogen tank.
Iranian state media reported rising smoke after the blast on Sunday.
Officials confirmed no injuries or operational impact from the incident.
The cause was attributed to a technical fault involving the nitrogen tank.
Differing accounts exist regarding the explosion's exact cause.
- Who
- The explosion was attributed to a technical fault.
- What
- An explosion at the Tabriz oil refinery involving a nitrogen tank.
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Tabriz, Iran, at the oil refinery.
- Why
- Initial reports suggest a technical fault; however, conflicting accounts exist.
Crisis Management Official
IRGC
Cause of Explosion
Crisis Management Official
Explosion during the disposal of unexploded ordnance
IRGC
Explosion during the replacement of the nitrogen tank
- Location
- Tabriz, Iran
- Incident
- Explosion at oil refinery
- Cause
- Technical fault (official); disposal of ordnance or tank replacement (disputed)
- Casualties
- None
- Refinery Output
- Approximately 110,000 barrels per day