A natural gas pipeline exploded in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province on Tuesday, according to an Iranian official.
The incident took place in Bagh-e Malek city, leading to evacuation of nearby residential areas, Kiamars Hajizadeh, director general of disaster management department in Khuzestan, said.
He said the explosion was caused by a gas leak.
According to Hajizadeh, an investigation has been launched into the incident.
At least 25 people were killed and scores injured in an attack on a military parade in the city of Ahvaz last month.
By Ahmet Dursun
Anadolu Agency
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