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Will the cause of the solar energy system explosions in Beirut and Southern Lebanon be officially determined by the end of 2024?
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Official reports from Lebanon's government or reputable news agencies like the Associated Press
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Explosions of Home Solar Energy Systems and Electronic Devices Reported in Beirut and Southern Lebanon, Injuries Reported
Sep 18, 2024, 03:26 PM
Lebanon's official news agency reports that home solar energy systems have exploded in several areas of Beirut. The explosions have also been reported in homes in southern Lebanon. The incidents have led to widespread concerns about the safety and reliability of solar energy systems in the region. Additionally, there are reports of other electronic devices such as hand-held radios also exploding. The exact cause of these explosions is currently unknown, and investigations are ongoing. There are renewed reports of hospitals in Beirut being overwhelmed and hundreds of people injured. The Associated Press and state media have described the situation as developing.
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Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Manufacturing defect • 25%
Improper installation • 25%
Sabotage or malicious activity • 25%
Other • 25%
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No • 50%
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Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Military strike • 25%
Accidental explosion • 25%
Terrorist attack • 25%
Other • 25%
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No • 50%
Gold Apollo found responsible • 25%
European manufacturer found responsible • 25%
Another entity found responsible • 25%
No entity found responsible • 25%
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New safety regulations • 25%
Ban on certain solar energy systems • 25%
Government subsidies for safer systems • 25%
No significant action • 25%
