KERMAN – A severe fire at a rubber container manufacturing facility in Hazra Industrial Park, Kerman Province, has tragically claimed one life and injured several others, highlighting ongoing safety challenges in industrial operations.

According to Trend News Agency, the fire broke out at the plant known for producing disposable containers, leading to immediate casualties. Mohammad Saberi, the head of the Emergency Medical Center at Kerman University of Medical Sciences, reported that twelve individuals suffered injuries in the blaze and were quickly taken to medical facilities for urgent treatment.

Authorities are actively investigating the incident to determine its cause, with preliminary reports suggesting that the fire was triggered by the ignition of materials used in the factory’s production processes. The community and local officials are awaiting the results of the investigation, hoping it will lead to measures that prevent future occurrences.