Beirut is searching for survivors after a massive explosion rocked the Lebanese capital. At least 135 people are dead and 5,000 are wounded.

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• Rescuers are searching for survivors after a massive explosion shook the Lebanese capital city of Beirut on Tuesday, leveling buildings and causing extensive damage.
• At least 135 people were reported dead with more than 5,000 others wounded, according to Lebanon's health minister.
• Lebanon's prime minister blamed the ignition of more than 2,750 metric tons of ammonium nitrate improperly stored in the area. An investigation is ongoing.
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At least 100 people are dead and 4,000 are injured after a massive explosion on Tuesday shook the capital city of Beirut — with Lebanon continuing its search for survivors on Wednesday.

Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab said the blast was caused by the ignition of more than 2,750 metric tons of ammonium nitrate stored insecurely at a warehouse. The explosion is under investigation.

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