Serbia: Emergency services responding to factory explosion in Bubanj Potok, Belgrade, Nov. 23

Event

Emergency services are responding to an explosion, which reportedly occurred at around 14:00 Nov. 23 in the EDePro missile factory in the Bubanj Potok area of Belgrade. The explosion killed at least two people and injured 15 others injured. The reason for the blast is unknown but is likely to have been accidental. Localized disruptions are likely around the facility, particularly on Route 154, in the coming hours as police and firefighters respond to the incident.

Advice

Avoid the vicinity of the EdePro factory in the coming hours and allow additional time for travel on Route 154 Nov. 23.