An explosion occurred in a gas-air mixture inside an apartment in Neftekamsk, prompting immediate action from emergency services. The incident was confirmed by sources affiliated with the TASS press service and the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for Bashkiria. Rescuers are actively evacuating residents to safer locations while securing the surrounding area and assessing structural safety.
According to a duty officer at the Bashkortostan division of the Ministry of Emergencies, the alert about the gas explosion was logged at 04:27 Moscow time. Crews were dispatched promptly, and a coordinated response plan was put in motion to manage the incident and minimize risk to neighboring residents.
The explosion originated in an apartment on Dorozhnaya Street in the city of Neftekamsk. Rescue teams reported that no injuries had been recorded at the scene so far, and a temporary accommodation facility has been prepared to shelter affected residents. In total, 27 people have been relocated to safer accommodations, with 14 units of equipment mobilized to support isolation, rescue operations, and the mitigation of escalating effects in the building and surrounding area.
Earlier reports described a separate gas explosion in a five-story building in Chita, with eyewitness accounts indicating that the blast was powerful enough to shatter windows in neighboring structures. The Trans-Baikal Region’s Ministry of Health subsequently confirmed that the number of casualties in the incident near Antipikha village rose to 11, including three children. Local authorities have emphasized the importance of ongoing medical monitoring for survivors and the swift provision of necessary care and support for families affected by the event. This information is being tracked by regional emergency services and health officials to ensure accurate casualty reporting and timely assistance for those in need.
Officials remind residents to remain vigilant for potential aftershocks, gas odors, or signs of structural instability in nearby buildings. If anyone experiences symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, or trouble breathing, they should seek medical attention promptly. Emergency communications continue to relay safety instructions and updates as the situation develops, with responders coordinating transport, shelter, and ongoing assessments of both the Neftekamsk incident and the earlier Chita events. All information cited here is attributed to official statements from the TASS press service and the respective regional emergency management authorities, ensuring a consolidated and accountable account of the events and responses.