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On August 4, 2020, a massive explosion rocked the port of Beirut, Lebanon, when 2,750 tons of improperly stored ammonium nitrate ignited. The blast killed over 200 people, injured thousands, and devastated large parts of the city. It stands among the most powerful non-nuclear explosions in history.

Watch this short video to uncover what led to the Beirut port explosion, its impact, and the hard lessons it taught us about hazardous material handling and public safety.

Stay tuned to our series, "Disasters in a Blink," where we explore historic workplace incidents that reshaped safety regulations forever.

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