Significant Fire at a Customs Warehouse in Tashkent Sparks Declarations of Casualties and Structural Damage
A large-scale blaze erupted at a customs warehouse in Tashkent, drawing dozens of emergency vehicles to the scene. The blast that accompanied the fire reportedly caused extensive damage to nearby buildings and shattered windows and doors in the immediate area. Local observers on social media reported a powerful plume of flame rising from the site as responders moved in to contain the inferno.
At this stage, officials have not released a formal statement detailing the incident. Eyewitness footage circulating on widely viewed messaging channels shows a towering column of fire during the moment of the explosion, reinforcing early impressions of a violent event. Investigators are expected to document the sequence of events and determine the cause, which remains under review as of now.
Preliminary accounts from community pages indicate that a significant number of workers could have been inside the warehouse at the time of the explosion. The blast is said to have inflicted damage on surrounding residential areas, with emergency crews transporting injured individuals to medical facilities for treatment. There is no verified tally of casualties at this moment, and authorities have urged the public to avoid the area while operations continue.
In related regional news, reports from September 25 mention a separate incident on the Stepanakert-Askeran highway in Nagorno-Karabakh. A fuel tanker distributed to local residents for transportation to Armenia reportedly exploded. The regional ombudsman advised swift air evacuation for those affected, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety and rapid response needs in the region.
Earlier statements from investigative authorities referenced a possible scenario involving a gas station explosion in Makhachkala as part of ongoing inquiries. Authorities stressed that investigations are ongoing and that findings would be released through official channels when verified. Public safety officials continue to monitor the situation and provide guidance to communities nearby as information evolves.