Armenia: Explosion occurs at Surmalu market in central Yerevan Aug. 14

Event

An explosion and subsequent fire has occurred at the Surmalu market, located on 15 Arshakunyats Avenue in central Yerevan, Aug. 14. Preliminary reports indicate the blast occurred at a fireworks storage area, and that casualties have occurred. Emergency services are on the scene.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain a heightened security posture in the coming hours near the incident scene. Security personnel may close roadways near the blast site, prompting localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the impacted location. Heed the instructions of local officials. Plan for localized ground transport disruptions.