Eyewitnesses have described the chaotic scene in the streets of Beirut following a series of deadly pager explosions that occurred on Tuesday. The explosions left many people injured and in urgent need of medical attention.
One witness, who preferred to remain anonymous due to safety concerns, recounted the harrowing experience of discovering the aftermath of the explosions in a southern Beirut suburb. He described the area as resembling a 'zombie city,' with injured individuals scattered on the roads, including some of his own friends.
Another witness, also choosing anonymity for safety reasons, shared his account of driving to work and encountering Red Cross ambulances and injured individuals on the ground. The witness expressed shock at the sight of blood on the roads and the urgency of medical transport to hospitals.
It was revealed that the pagers, which were the source of the explosions, were not exclusive to any particular group but were used by a wide range of individuals, including those working in the security sector. This highlights the indiscriminate nature of the tragedy and the widespread impact it had on the community.
The witnesses' testimonies shed light on the immediate aftermath of the explosions and the confusion and distress experienced by those caught up in the tragic events. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of civilians in times of crisis and the importance of emergency response efforts to mitigate the impact of such disasters.
