Iran Press/ Middle East: The fire and blast struck the bustling district of Tariq al-Jdide, Lieutenant Ali Najm of the fire brigade told reporters.
Lebanese Red Cross head Georges Kettane told Al-Jadeed news channel that two bodies were found.
The state-run National News Agency said a fuel tank exploded, sparking a fire and causing casualties.
More than 20 people were injured, according to Al-Jadeed television, which ran footage showing flames leaping into the night sky.
The immediate cause of the fire was not known.
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