The Kemerovo regional prosecutor’s office has opened a formal inquiry into the warehouse fire at the agricultural pesticide plant on Shaturskaya Street in Kemerovo. Officials announced the move through the department’s official Telegram channel, signaling a thorough review of the incident and its implications for public safety.
The investigation will assess whether the factory adheres to fire safety regulations and standards. Prosecutors will oversee the collection of evidence, review safety protocols, and determine whether any regulatory lapses contributed to the fire’s onset. The process also includes a detailed inquiry into the timeline of events and the exact sequence leading to the ignition.
Crews battled the blaze through the night, deploying 122 rescue teams and 41 units of equipment, including a fire train. The flames spread across an area of roughly 1,500 square meters before responders brought the situation under control. By 04:27 Moscow time, the Fire Service reported that the fire was fully extinguished, and there were no reported fatalities. The response involved coordinated efforts between regional emergency services and industrial safety authorities to secure the site and prevent further risk to nearby areas.
In related developments, authorities continue to monitor industrial facilities for compliance with safety norms and to ensure rapid information dissemination to the public in the event of emergencies. This incident underscores the importance of stringent fire protection measures in chemical and pesticide production facilities and the need for ongoing oversight to safeguard nearby communities and the environment.