Gas explosion in Khmelnytskyi: five injured, a person is under the rubble.

Powerful explosion in a residential building in Khmelnytskyi

According to inkorr.com: On Tuesday, October 28, a powerful explosion occurred in a residential building in Khmelnytskyi. According to the State Emergency Service, five people were injured, including a child. As a result of the explosion, nine apartments sustained partial damage, and another 15 suffered losses. There are concerns that a person may be trapped under the rubble.

Currently, all emergency services are working in Khmelnytskyi. The mayor reported that the cause of the explosion was a gas leak. Specialists are already assessing the risks for the building and are deciding on the evacuation of residents. The injured have been examined by doctors, and hospitalization was not necessary.

“The explosion occurred due to a gas leak,” said the mayor.

This incident highlights the importance of gas system safety in residential buildings. Local authorities urge residents to be cautious and to contact emergency services if they detect any malfunctions in the gas network. We will monitor updates on how the situation will develop.