A year after Beirut's deadly blast | DW Documentary
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Published 2021-08-03
The fire brigade was called to Beirut port just before 6pm to extinguish a fire in a warehouse. They heard a strange crackling noise but were utterly unprepared for what happened next. It was a massive explosion, later estimated to be the equivalent of 1.1 kilotons of TNT. As a comparison, the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima was the equivalent of 15 kilotons.
One year after the explosion, its exact cause has still not been explained. It’s also unclear who bears responsibility for the catastrophe. The whole government under Lebanese prime minister Hassan Diab had to step down - but is still in office in a caretaker role. No one has yet been held accountable. The film is an attempt to reconstruct the events.
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All Comments (21)
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Arrest the guy who actually tried to warn people and ignore the men at the top who didn't care about the warnings. Apparently all governments have this in their playbook.
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The saddest part is the fire brigade that had no idea what they were walking into.
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When you look at how massive that explosion was and how much damage it did..... it's amazing that only 200 people died.
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that nurse walked 5km holding 3 babies after going through a bomb explosion. What heroes. I wanted to be a firefighter when I was younger. I am so angered for the firefighters (and of course all the innocent). I can only hope actual justice is found someday.
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The fact that the government knew exactly what was in that warehouse, and they still sent people there to die... absolutely appalling.
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the nurse's story with the babys is amazing. Health care people are usually really commited to their work. Respect
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The idea that 2,750 TONS of ammonium nitrate could get purchased, manufactured and shipped without anyone knowing who actually placed the order is ridiculous.
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3:41 that was so sweet and meaningful him commenting on her in that way, you can feel the respect and admiration for her and the work she’s capable of doing. Heartbreaking for them both.
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Sahar's fiance brought tears to my eyes. I'm so glad she'll be remembered for her bravery, and being "an angel on Earth." RIP, brave lady :(
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This was glossed over so quickly. In my opinion it’s the most insane thing that’s happened in the last 20 years.
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That man speaks of his deceased wife beautifully. I’m sorry for the loss of the years they deserved.
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Breaks my heart. The fire fighters had no chance. RIP. Someone must be held accountable for this tragedy.
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Has it really been a year already😲 Time really flies...
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This makes me wonder where else there is some disaster just sitting in a warehouse waiting to happen.
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Another reminder that ordinary people are capable of both terrible greed/negligence, but also of extraordinary kindness
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Shock from the blast , injuries then carries three babies for over a mile to get the babies to another hospital …… Courage , Dedication , truly the finest example of humanity .
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After all the strife in Lebanon, this was and is sad. Corruption exists everywhere. So does compassion. Thank you DW.
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They need to let Joe Nedaf the whistleblower go! He did the right thing, why blame him?
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This man loved his fiancee so much. He still has so much admiration for her. I hope he is able to heal his heart and one day bless some lucky girl!
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The 26 yr old nurse who traveled 5 klms to get those 3 babies into another hospital... you're an angel. 🙏
