Fatal explosion at HABAŞ steel factory in Aliağa, Turkey

A powerful explosion occurred on Monday morning, November 9, 2026, at the HABAŞ Demir Çelik steel factory located in the Çakmaklı district of Aliağa, in the province of İzmir, Turkey. The blast, which took place at approximately 11:30 local time, triggered a large fire and released thick smoke that was visible across the area. Reports initially varied regarding the severity of the incident, with some early accounts suggesting multiple injuries before the situation was clarified.

According to official information provided by TRT Haber, the explosion resulted in at least three fatalities and 14 injuries, with three of the wounded reported to be in serious condition. Emergency response teams, including fire brigades, medical personnel, and search and rescue squads, were deployed to the site immediately. The scale of the destruction is significant, and authorities are currently engaged in intensive search and rescue operations to locate approximately 10 individuals believed to be trapped beneath the debris at the industrial site. While the exact cause of the incident remains under investigation, the facility’s operations have been severely disrupted as authorities coordinate the emergency response and medical care for the victims.