Fire at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad Brought Under Control
- A fire broke out at a bitumen workshop tied to a construction project at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad
- Firefighters brought the blaze under control quickly, with no casualties or damage to shrine buildings
- The cause of the fire is under investigation
A fire broke out at a bitumen workshop connected to a construction project at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad. The Mashhad fire department spokesman said the blaze started at the workshop, which was supporting building work at the site.
Response and Containment
Firefighters already stationed at the shrine, along with operational teams from the municipal fire service, reached the scene immediately. Their work kept the fire from spreading to nearby areas.
The blaze produced heavy smoke but was brought under control in a short time. There were no reports of casualties or damage to the shrine buildings.
Investigation Ongoing
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined and remains under investigation.
The Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad is one of the holiest sites in Shia Islam and draws millions of pilgrims every year.
