An explosion followed by a major fire hit a training center of Russia’s Interior Ministry in the city of Syktyvkar, according to Russian Telegram channels that published footage from the scene on Jan. 15.
The Telegram channel Baza reported that at least nine people were injured in the explosion.
“A fire is now raging inside the building,” the outlet wrote.
Photo: Mash / Telegram
At present, the area of the blaze is about 340 square meters.
About 200 people have been evacuated, according to the Telegram channel Mash.
It is claimed that the explosion occurred during construction work. Preliminary reports indicate that the cause of the blast was a violation of safety regulations.
Photo: Video screenshot / 112 / Telegram