Local sources have informed Tarz Press that a massive and destructive fire broke out this afternoon, Wednesday, August 14, at the Herat Customs Office.
Images and videos received by Tarz Press show the vast extent of the blaze, which continues to spread rapidly. Sources report that firefighting teams have arrived at the scene, but their efforts have so far been unsuccessful. Local Taliban officials at the Herat Customs Office have not yet commented on the severity or cause of the fire. Eyewitnesses warn that if the fire is not brought under control soon, it could threaten the entire customs facility.
Sources told Tarz Press that local Taliban officials have requested assistance from Iranian authorities, asking for aerial firefighting teams to help contain the blaze. There has been no information released yet on casualties or the extent of the financial losses caused by the fire.
