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A massive explosion that happened in Beirut, Lebanon on August, 4th 2020

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Beirut explosion: footage shows massive blast shaking Lebanon's capital

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Location: Port of Beirut, Lebanon

Date: August 4th, 2020

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A fire at a warehouse in the port ignited a large quantity of ammonium nitrate that had been stored unsafely for years. The initial fire and subsequent smaller explosions detonated the ammonium nitrate.

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The explosion happened in the evening around 6:08 PM local time.

The immediate aftermath saw widespread devastation, with a massive shockwave causing extensive damage to buildings, infrastructure, and vehicles within a several mile radius

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Over 200 people were killed

Around 6,500 people were injured

Approximately 300,000 people were left homeless.

Foreign workers, visitors and lebanese residents (in specific were affected) .

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Many suffered injuries ranging from minor cuts to severe trauma

The explosions cause significant psychological impact with many experiencing trauma and stress

Extensive property damage