01 Dec 2022 | 04:56 AM UTC
Mongolia: Emergency crews responding to a fire at an oil storage facility in Darkhan, Dec. 1
Emergency crews responding to a fire at an oil facility in Darkhan, Mongolia, Dec. 1. Localized disruptions likely.
Event
Emergency crews are responding to a fire at the Tes Petroleum LLC oil storage facility in Darkhan city, Darkhan-Uul Province, Dec. 1. The blaze started around 09:21. The cause of the incident is unclear. There are no immediate reports of casualties or of the fire spreading to other compounds.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations and business closures in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
The incident site is approximately 142 km (88 miles) northeast of Erdenet.
Advice
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. 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. Heed all official instructions including evacuation orders.
