Tehran Oil Refinery issued a statement this morning, Sunday, October ٧th, following the observation of thick smoke from the flare of this facility. The statement indicated that electrical and technical issues led to the activation of the flare systems. This action was taken in accordance with safety guidelines and operational stability of the refinery.
Reasons for Activating Flare Systems
According to the public relations explanation from the refinery, the observed smoke is related to safety processes and emergency gas release and is in no way an indication of a fire occurring in the refinery units. Activating the flare under such conditions is considered a standard and natural action in oil refining industries.
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Control of Conditions by Operational Teams
According to received information, the operational teams at Tehran Oil Refinery currently have the situation under control and the fuel production process is being normalized. The public relations department of this refinery emphasized that no issues have arisen in the continuous fuel production process and all necessary measures have been taken to maintain safety and operational stability.
Tehran Oil Refinery is one of the largest refining facilities in the country with a daily refining capacity of ٢٥٠,٠٠٠ barrels of crude oil. This refinery is recognized as a key component in the supply of fuel and petroleum products in the country, and due to the high volume of its activities, technical and electrical issues can have significant impacts on its operations.
The current conditions of the refinery demonstrate this facility's commitment to adhering to safety and management standards. Activating flare systems in emergency situations not only indicates the efficiency and readiness of the refinery in facing challenges but is also recognized as a safety mechanism in refining industries. Given that these processes are carried out regularly and under the close supervision of specialized teams, it is expected that the issues will be resolved soon and operations will return to normal.
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