In the Ostrogozhsky district of the Voronezh region, authorities confirmed that the ammunition explosion was brought under control and the resulting fire successfully extinguished. The regional governor, Alexander Gusev, shared the update on his Telegram channel, outlining the steps being taken to stabilize the situation and support affected residents.
Gusev noted that households in areas that had been evacuated earlier are beginning to return to their homes. Temporary shelters are being phased out as communities resume normal living conditions, with an emphasis on re-establishing routine services and minimizing disruption for families returning to their properties.
Electricity and natural gas have been reconnected to all villages in the vicinity of the incident, according to the governor. The district administration has formed a dedicated commission to assess the damage and determine the needs of residents, with initial assessments indicating that multiple houses sustained damage during the fire and require attention, repairs, and potential compensation measures.
Gusev stressed the commitment to aid residents whose property was harmed. In parallel, excavation and assessment teams are operating beyond the immediate residential zones to map out affected infrastructure and ensure that critical utilities and public facilities are fully checked and secured as work continues.
The governor urged residents to stay vigilant and to report any suspicious objects or activity to authorities without delay. Citizens should leave the area if they encounter potential threats and contact the designated emergency line for rapid guidance and assistance, replacing specific contact numbers with general emergency procedures.
On September 8, Gusev reported that the scene fire near a warehouse containing explosive materials had been localized, marking a significant step toward stabilizing the broader area and preventing further spread of hazards. The response teams continue to monitor the situation and coordinate with local services to maintain safety and support ongoing relief efforts.
Earlier in the Rostov region, a separate incident involved a fire at an oil tank that has burned for more than two weeks. Regional authorities are overseeing remediation efforts and providing resources to address the environmental and safety concerns associated with prolonged combustion and smoke, while ensuring affected communities remain informed and protected.