Tehran Oil Refinery issued a statement indicating that the smoke observed from the flare of the refinery was due to electrical and technical problems and the activation of safety systems. This incident occurred on Sunday morning, leading to speculation about a possible cyber attack on the capital's power network. However, the refinery's public relations emphasized that there was no fire in the refinery units.
Details of the Incident and Refinery's Response
According to received reports, the thick smoke that emerged from the Tehran refinery's flare was caused by the activation of safety systems in response to technical and electrical issues. These systems were employed to meet safety requirements and maintain operational stability at the refinery. Tehran Refinery has stated that this smoke is the result of an emergency gas release process and that there was no disruption in the internal processes of the refinery.
Tavanir's Support and Emphasis on Power Network Security
In response to rumors regarding a cyber attack, Tavanir announced that technical investigations have shown no evidence of any attack or disruption in Tehran's power network or the country's grid. The company emphasized that the incident was related to the internal processes and facilities of the refinery and had no connection to the national grid or the power distribution in the capital. Tavanir also stated that the country's power network is in a stable condition and the supply of electricity to consumers continues normally.
Tavanir, highlighting the sensitivity of critical infrastructure, has urged media and social media users to refrain from spreading unverified speculation and to follow news related to this area from official and specialized sources. This action underscores the importance of maintaining information security and preventing the dissemination of false news in cyberspace.
Given the importance of Tehran Refinery in supplying the country's energy and the broad implications of this incident, it is expected that relevant authorities will conduct a more thorough investigation of the technical and safety status of these facilities to prevent similar incidents in the future.
