Footage on social media showed a huge blast Tuesday evening.
August 4, 2020, 4:11 PM
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Share to FacebookShare to TwitterEmail this articleLONDON -- Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, was rocked by a massive explosion on Tuesday evening, with footage from the ground showing significant damage and plumes of smoke rising above the city.
Two explosions occurred in Beirut's port, potentially injuring dozens, according to the AFP. Firefighters were seen battling flames at the scene of the blast. It is not yet known what caused the explosions.
Firefighters spray water at a fire after an explosion was heard in Beirut, Lebanon, Aug. 4, 2020.
Firefighters spray water at a fire after an explosion was heard in Beirut, Lebanon, Aug. 4, 2020.
Mohamed Azakir/ReutersA picture shows the scene of an explosion in Beirut, Aug. 4, 2020.
A picture shows the scene of an explosion in Beirut, Aug. 4, 2020.
Anwar Amro/AFP via Getty ImagesGhada Alsharif, a reporter from the Daily Star, one of Lebanon's most prominent news outlets, posted a video on social media showing significant damage within the newspaper's office building.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
