Tehran Oil Refinery issued a statement this morning, Sunday, October 7th, following the observation of thick smoke from the flare of this facility. The statement mentioned that electrical and technical problems 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 Flare System Activation
According to the public relations department of 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 the oil refining industry.
Condition Control by Operational Teams
According to received information, the operational teams of 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 ensure safety and operational stability.
Tehran Oil Refinery is one of the largest refining facilities in the country with a daily crude oil refining capacity of 250,000 barrels. This refinery is recognized as a key pillar in the supply of fuel and petroleum products in the country, and due to its high volume of activities, technical and electrical issues can have significant impacts on its operations.
The current condition of the refinery reflects this facility's commitment to adhering to safety and management standards. Activating flare systems in emergency situations not only indicates the refinery's efficiency and readiness to face challenges but is also recognized as a safety mechanism in the refining industry. Given that these processes are conducted regularly and under the careful supervision of specialized teams, it is expected that the issues will be resolved soon and operations will return to normal.
