Minor Fire at Shazand Petchem Power Unit Contained Swiftly

Minor Fire at Shazand Petchem Power Unit Contained Swiftly
(Monday, July 21, 2025) 10:01

ARAK (NIPNA) – A minor fire that broke out at the power unit of the Shazand Petrochemical Complex was quickly contained on Wednesday morning, with no reported casualties or major disruptions, the company said.

 

According to a statement from the complex’s public relations office, the incident occurred when an electrical panel in the auxiliary services area of the power unit caught fire. The blaze was swiftly extinguished thanks to the prompt response of on-site personnel.

“Due to the immediate action of the staff, the fire was fully brought under control in a short period,” the statement said, noting that operations at the plant have since returned to normal.

The company reassured the public that the incident posed no significant risk to plant operations or surrounding areas.

 


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