Tehran Oil Refinery Company issued a statement explaining the cause of the thick smoke emitted from the flare of this refinery. According to the company's announcement, the observed smoke was due to technical and electrical problems and occurred in order to implement safety protocols for the emergency release of gases.
Emphasis on No Fire Incident
This statement emphasizes that no fire incident has occurred in the refinery units and that the fuel production process in this facility continues without any disruption. Tehran Oil Refinery Company also stated that the situation is currently under the control of operational teams and necessary actions are being taken to return to normal conditions.
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Safety Mechanisms and Flare Activation
Tehran Oil Refinery Company further mentioned the activation of the flare under such conditions, describing it as part of the standard safety mechanisms in the oil refining industry. This action is taken to safely discharge gases and is aimed at ensuring the safety of personnel and refinery equipment.
The company reassured once again that the mentioned incident has not affected the continuity of fuel production at Tehran refinery and that all activities in this facility are currently proceeding as usual. Additionally, the company reminded that in case of any issues, necessary notifications will be made promptly.
Tehran refinery is one of the largest refineries in the country with a daily crude oil processing capacity of 300,000 barrels and plays a crucial role in supplying petroleum and petrochemical fuels in the country. Given the high importance of this facility, maintaining safety and production quality is one of the main priorities of the management of this refinery.
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