Russia: Emergency crews responding to a warehouse fire in Moscow, June 19

Event

Emergency crews are responding to a warehouse fire in Moscow, June 19. Reports indicate that the fire is occurring at the warehouse of a store that sells wholesale pyrotechnics in the Luzhnetskaya area of the city. Transport disruptions have also been reported. It is currently unclear if there have been casualties. The cause of the fire is not immediately clear.

Increased security, as well as localized transport and business disruptions, are likely near the incident site. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the fire as investigations and recovery operations continue.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed instructions of emergency crews. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the accident site. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.