Death toll in Izmir plant explosion rises to 18

The number of workers killed in an explosion at the HABAŞ Iron and Steel Plant in the Aliağa district of Izmir, Turkey, has risen to 18.

The death toll from the powerful blast at the HABAŞ Iron and Steel Factory located in Izmir's Aliağa district has reached 18.

Operativ Media reports, citing Turkish media outlets.

It was reported that the body of one worker has not yet been found, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.