A massive fire tore through an industrial facility in southern Israel on Sunday after shrapnel from an Iranian missile struck the site, triggering emergency evacuations.
The impact was reported in Neot Hovav, a major industrial hub in the Negev desert known for its dense cluster of chemical plants.
According to news agency AFP, Soroka Hospital in Beersheba said it treated six people not gravely injured in the attack.
The Neot Hovav industrial zone, located around 12 kilometres from Beersheba, is home to more than 40 factories focused on environmental technologies and industrial infrastructure.
Thick black smoke was seen billowing from the industrial zone as emergency teams rushed to contain the situation.
A hazardous incident has been declared, and all factory workers have been instructed to remain in protected areas.
The military’s Home Front Command also issued an advisory, urging residents living nearby to stay indoors due to fears of toxic leaks.
