Explosion at Turkish rocket and explosives factory claims 5 lives

At least five workers lost their lives in a tragic explosion that occurred on Saturday at a rocket and explosives factory in the outskirts of Ankara, Turkey’s capital. The incident took place around 8:45 a.m. at the compound of the Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation, a state-owned facility.

The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation.

Following the blast, multiple ambulances and fire trucks were immediately dispatched to the area.

The impact of the explosion shattered windows of nearby shops and houses.

Concerned family members rushed to the compound seeking information about their loved ones.