RE: was the beirut explosion a missile strike?
Posted on: August 7, 2020 at 12:33:04 CT
BH O'bonga MU
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A pile of bulk ammonium nitrate can be set off by something as simple as a can of diesel fuel, kerosene or light grade hydraulic fluid and an ignition source, such as a blasting cap or commercial grade fireworks. It doesn't take a missile with a high explosive warhead. All you really need is combustible fuel oil and sudden ignition to set off a sudden chain reaction.