The cause of the explosion at a military unit in Russia’s Vladimir region has been identified as a fire triggered by safety violations, APA reports, citing the Russian Defense Ministry.
The blaze ignited stored ammunition, leading to detonations. Firefighters from the military unit and the Emergency Ministry were deployed to contain the incident. Authorities confirmed the fire has now been extinguished.
Preliminary reports indicate no casualties.
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18:33
A state of emergency has been declared in the Kirzhachsky district of Russia’s Vladimir region following an explosion, APA reports citing TASS.
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18:12
Explosions have occurred in Russia’s Vladimir region, APA reports, citing Telegram channel Baza.
Local residents shared videos of the blasts on social media. The incident took place in the Kirzhachsky district.
Residents reported that the explosions originated from a military unit’s territory. Vladimir region’s governor, Avdeyev, confirmed the incident, warning journalists and bloggers against spreading unofficial information under threat of fines.
Authorities are investigating the scene, with further details to be released later.
Following the blasts, residents from seven nearby settlements—located within a 5-kilometer radius—have been evacuated.
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