In Saratov, Russia, a gas explosion occurred in a multi-story residential building due to a domestic gas leak. As a result of the explosion, four people were killed, including one child. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia, the incident took place on July 25 around 12:00 PM local time in the building located at 2 Blinova Street in the Lenin district of the city.
Saratov Region Governor Roman Busargin reported that the cause of the explosion is being considered as a gas leak. According to this version, technical problems such as a gas blockage or communication failure might have led to the explosion. A thorough investigation is currently being conducted to identify all the flaws in this building.
The explosion's epicenter is believed to have been in an apartment on the ninth floor. As a result, the corner access passage from the seventh to the tenth floor collapsed. According to TASS, part of the building from the tenth to the fifth floor collapsed as a result of the powerful explosion. Some reports indicate that the entire staircase may have collapsed, possibly down to the first floor. According to the data, more than 30 apartments may have been damaged.
After the explosion, nearby vehicles, as well as pedestrians on Blinova Street, were also affected. Currently, more than 100 rescuers, dog handlers, and 34 units of equipment are working at the site. Emergency services are evacuating residents, but some people may still be trapped under the debris.
The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal case for providing services that do not meet safety requirements. The Prosecutor's Office of Saratov Region also reported that an investigation has been initiated into the “explosion of the gas-air mixture in the multi-story building.”
This incident highlights the growing need for adherence to construction standards, as well as safety and energy systems in the city. Special assignments have been issued, and efforts are underway to inform the public and local residents about the latest updates.
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