A fire at a warehouse in Tashkent prompted a burst of online speculation, but authorities confirmed that the incident did not disrupt the nearby capital airport located in the same region. Emergency responders remained on the scene as the blaze was brought under control, and the area was secured to ensure continued safe operations for air travel and other essential activities nearby. The immediate focus shifted to extinguishing remaining hotspots, safeguarding nearby infrastructure, and assessing the broader impact on the surrounding community.
Official agencies reported that the fire has been extinguished and that all necessary measures were in place to prevent rekindling. Firefighters and other rescue teams coordinated a multi-agency response, working through the night and into the following day to guarantee that any embers were fully suppressed and that no new threats could arise from shifting winds or structural instability. Throughout this period, investigators collected evidence to determine the sequence of events and the factors contributing to the blaze, while the public remained informed through official briefings and verified updates from competent authorities. (Source: NOVA24)
In an initial briefing, the Ministry of Internal Affairs stated via its Telegram channel that the warehouse belonging to Inter Logistics in Sergeli district may have caught fire as a result of a lightning strike. While this hypothesis received attention, officials from the Ministry of Emergency Situations issued a clear denial regarding reports circulating on social networks about a possible plane crash connected to the incident. The clarification helped prevent the spread of rumors and guided residents toward relying on verified information from official channels as the situation evolved. (Source: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Ministry of Emergency Situations)
Health authorities confirmed that medical assistance was promptly provided to those affected and that there were no major injuries reported. Medical teams evaluated patients at the scene before transporting individuals to nearby hospitals for further care if needed. Eyewitness accounts described the arrival of an ample number of ambulances and the rapid deployment of medical resources to manage the aftermath, underscoring the seriousness of the event while also illustrating the efficiency of the response. The overall assessment remained that casualties were limited and fatalities had not been confirmed at that time. (Source: Uzbekistan Ministry of Health)
On social media and in several Telegram channels, some residents claimed there were dead and injured people in the explosion, intensifying the urgency of the response and prompting additional checks by authorities. Local officials reiterated that reports must be verified through official communication lines and that all affected individuals were receiving attention from medical professionals. Eyewitnesses also described the heavy presence of emergency service vehicles at the site as crews worked to secure the scene and to prevent further harm in the immediate vicinity, including the warehouses and logistics facilities nearby. (Source: Mash Telegram channel and Health Ministry statements)
The initial theories circulating about the blast included a potential battery failure in electric vehicle components stored at the warehouse, with some channels suggesting that such a malfunction could have contributed to a powerful explosion. In a situation like this, investigators typically examine the age and condition of stored goods, electrical systems, and the possible ignition sources inside large storage facilities. In the aftermath, authorities emphasized that unverified reports can spread rapidly online, urging the public to await confirmed findings from official investigators rather than drawing conclusions from rumors. (Source: Mash Telegram channel reporting on preliminary assessments)
Looking back at how communities process disasters, one former preppers’ perspective on surviving large-scale emergencies underscores the importance of preparedness, situational awareness, and rapid access to reliable information. While that commentary sits outside the official investigative framework, it resonates with the broader need for clear, timely communication from authorities during crises—especially when a major infrastructure node is involved. The situation in Sergeli illustrates how coordinated response efforts, accurate hazard assessment, and controlled information flow can help minimize disruption and protect both the workforce and the public in the aftermath of a warehouse incident. (Source: public safety discourse)