Beirut blast impact can be seen six miles away, says aid worker

“The whole community has been shocked by this devastating event.”

British charity Saraid has been working in the city for several days

The impact of the Beirut explosion can be seen six miles from the epicentre of the blast, according to one aid worker.

The devastating blast in the city’s port on Tuesday is now known to have killed more than 150 people and destroyed large parts of the city.