The Rostov region in Russia witnessed a significant incident near Rostov-on-Don, centered on the garage box used by the FSB border department. Early reports from the FSB Center for Public Affairs indicate that a fire in fuels and lubricants triggered an explosion, which subsequently caused partial collapse of the repair workshop. Investigators have confirmed injuries and are continuing to assess the situation for any secondary hazards or unseen damage at the site. The incident is under official review to establish the sequence of events and any factors that may have contributed to the ignition and the ensuing blast. (Citation: FSB Center for Public Affairs; corroborated by TASS)
Officials stated that around 12:20 local time the fire began in the repair shop area within the PU garage box of the FSB in the Rostov region. The press briefing explains that the ignition of fuels and lubricants precipitated the explosion, which led to the partial destruction of the building. A precise casualty tally has not been released, though authorities confirm that victims were present. Rescue teams have been deployed to secure the site, assist the injured, and facilitate safe egress for nearby residents. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to pinpoint the ignition source, assess safety protocols, and determine if any secondary hazards remain.
Initial accounts from local observers and residents provided a preliminary sense of the moment of impact. Victoria, a Rostov-on-Don resident who witnessed the event, described being in the area before the blast and hearing a loud explosion. She noted that the building was evacuated quickly to the street and that, at that early stage, there were no confirmed casualties visible to those on site. Her account highlights a rapid emergency response and the mobility of people away from the burning structure as smoke and flames spread.
Elizaveta, another local witness who spoke with media outlets, recalled that the blast caused windows in her apartment to shake and that pleas for help could be heard in the aftermath. Her testimony adds a human dimension to the incident, illustrating the disruption to nearby homes and the emotional toll on residents in the surrounding neighborhoods. As investigators gather more evidence and interview additional witnesses, officials are expected to provide a fuller picture of how the event unfolded, potential ignition sources, and whether safety procedures were followed or compromised. (Witness accounts corroborated by regional media)