Russia: Explosion reported in Taganrog July 28 /update 1

Event

Authorities are responding to an explosion that occurred near Aleksandrovskaya Square in Taganrog on July 28. Local authorities report that a Ukrainian missile was intercepted by a Russian surface-to-air missile, and debris then damaged a number of buildings. Authorities also reported a total of 19 casualties and that nine were admitted to hospital.

Emergency response operations are likely to continue in the coming hours. Security will likely remain heightened. Interruptions to utilities, including electricity, communications, and water supplies, are possible.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the blast until authorities have secured the area and given the all-clear. Heed instructions from authorities.