13 Jan 2025 | 01:17 PM UTC
Russia: Emergency crews responding to a fire at a hospital in Tula Jan. 13
Fire reported at a military hospital in central Tula, Russia, Jan. 13. Emergency response, evacuations reported.
Authorities are responding to a fire at a military hospital in central Tula on Jan. 13. Initial reports indicate that the fire began on the hospital's third floor, prompting officials to evacuate the building; no injuries have yet been reported. The cause of the incident remains unclear.
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 additional building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, 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 advisories, including evacuation orders.
