Several workers sustained burns during repair work on the icebreaker Captain Kosolapov, which was moored at the Kanonersky shipyard pier in St. Petersburg. The situation was reported by Moika78, citing the press service of the Western Interregional Investigative Committee of Russia. The injured were transported to a hospital for treatment. The incident underscores the risks that can arise when hull work is carried out on a vessel that is secured in port, even during routine maintenance. The information was conveyed as part of ongoing communications from officials familiar with the case, and authorities have said a formal inquiry is underway to determine what happened and why. (Source: Moika78)
According to the press service, the emergency occurred while crews were working on the bottom of the icebreaker Captain Kosolapov. The exact number of workers affected and their conditions were not disclosed in the initial briefing. Investigators have emphasized that it is standard procedure to review all safety protocols and equipment checks after any incident of this kind. The inquiry aims to establish the sequence of events, assess potential lapses in safety procedures, and determine whether corrective measures are needed to prevent recurrences. (Western Interregional Investigative Committee, through Moika78)
Further details about the state of the injured were not provided in the first updates. Authorities indicated that the investigation is ongoing, with a focus on identifying contributing factors such as equipment failure, human error, or procedural gaps that may have allowed the burns to occur. In cases at shipyards and other industrial sites, the progression of such inquiries can take time as experts gather witness statements, review maintenance logs, and inspect the site where the incident happened. The public is advised to await official statements as the inquiry proceeds. (Public safety brief, cited by Moika78)
At the end of September, another incident drew attention in the broader St. Petersburg area. A worker at the Piterland shopping and entertainment center in the Primorsky district, involved in climbing activities at a water park, fell from a height of ten meters. The man sustained serious injuries and was transported to a medical facility for treatment. The episode prompted police to open an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the fall, including whether safety harnesses, barriers, or supervision met required standards. The case highlights the ongoing attention paid to safety in both industrial sites and public venues in the city and surrounding districts. (Local police reports, via Moika78)
Earlier reports indicate a separate incident in the Leningrad region involving a man described as a former immigrant. The individual reportedly became agitated and descended from scaffolding, resulting in a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the back. Investigators are reviewing the available evidence to understand what occurred and to assess whether any factors related to safety, supervision, or access to hazardous equipment played a role. While the details are still developing, the authorities have stressed the need for careful examination of all contributing elements and the importance of timely, transparent updates as the inquiry continues. (Regional authorities, reported by Moika78)