Beirut explosion: Video shows new angle of the massive blast
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The moment of the massive explosion that rocked the Lebanese capital Beirut, killing more than 137 people and injuring thousands, was captured in high definition by a shop owner who was recording when the blast hit.

Video shows smoke rising from Beirut's port with small sparks being seen in what is believed to be fireworks that were set off by the blaze. According to reports, fireworks were stored in the same warehouse where 2,750 tons of ammonium nitrate had previously been stored. After several seconds of recording, a massive explosion bursts outwards, which then moves outwards towards where the shop owner is, the resulting shockwave impacting multiple buildings in the process.

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The video shows the Beirut explosion, a catastrophic event caused by the detonation of a large quantity of ammonium nitrate stored improperly at the port. The danger stemmed from the highly explosive nature of the ammonium nitrate, compounded by the presence of fireworks stored in the same warehouse, as reported in the video. The video itself doesn't show any safety equipment being used and doesn't focus on any specific professionals. The explosion affected a large area of the city of Beirut, with a massive blast wave visible in the video, indicating widespread destruction and loss of life. While the exact aftermath is not depicted in this specific clip, the scale of the explosion suggests a significant loss of life and numerous injuries. The potential aftermath would include widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure, fires, and long-term health effects from the released chemicals. The video captures the sheer scale and devastating impact of the Beirut explosion, highlighting the critical importance of safe storage and handling of hazardous materials.