The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Uzbekistan has publicly dismissed circulating rumors about a plane crash and a surrounding fire in an industrial warehouse in Tashkent. Official statements on social networks were quick to label the reports as misinformation, and the ministry’s Telegram channel reiterated that the claim about a plane crash in the Sergeli district does not reflect what actually happened. The authorities emphasize that there was no aviation incident linked to the event and that the information circulating online is not accurate.
According to the released materials, the incident involved a warehouse facility operated by Inter Logistic LLC. The nature of the event, as described by authorities, centers on a powerful blast and a subsequent fire within the warehouse premises. Local emergency teams were dispatched to the area to assess the damage and ensure safety in the surrounding streets and facilities. The sequence of actions indicates a rapid response by field units and search teams to secure the site and prevent any further escalation, with responders coordinating with the logistics company and municipal authorities as needed.
Health authorities in Uzbekistan stated that there were casualties connected with the warehouse emergency, reporting both fatalities and injuries. Eyewitness accounts describe a large presence of medical teams and ambulances arriving at the scene, with injured individuals being transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. The official health briefing underscores the seriousness of the incident while avoiding speculation about the number of victims, instead focusing on the continuing medical assessments and care being provided to those in need.
Speculation about the cause of the blast has circulated on social media and within several Telegram channels. One of the channels suggested that electric vehicle battery packs might have sparked the explosion, describing the blast as so intense that much of the warehouse structure could be irreparably damaged. While such assertions reflect the kind of information that often spreads in the immediate aftermath of a major incident, authorities have not confirmed a specific ignition source at this stage. Investigators will examine electrical systems, storage practices, and any materials held within the warehouse to determine the root cause and to prevent recurrence in the future.
In related coverage, there was earlier mention of the Crimean Bridge disaster and the mental health support being offered to a girl who became orphaned by that event. It is important to separate those ongoing efforts from the current warehouse incident in Tashkent, as both situations involve humanitarian responses and the need for professional care. Psychologists and support staff are noted to be continuing their work in the wake of the bridge incident, with a focus on stabilizing affected families and providing necessary counseling. Authorities emphasize that each situation requires careful verification and clear communication to avoid conflating distinct events and spreading unverified details.