Russia: Explosion at a fuel station near Novosibirsk causes injuries June 14

Event

Emergency crews are responding to an explosion that occurred at the Eurogas fuel station on Gusinobrodskoye Highway 60 in the vicinity of Novosibirsk on the evening of June 14. The cause of the blast at the facility is unclear. At least 16 people have been injured by the explosion. Authorities have indicated that there is no threat to nearby residential buildings.

An increased security presence will probably continue near the incident site in the coming hours. Localized disruptions are likely near the incident scene and possibly on the impacted highway until the operation and related investigations conclude.

Context

Advice

Avoid the incident scene. Follow the instructions of authorities. Plan for localized disruptions in the impact area.