KHUSHI KUMARI
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A devastating explosion at a factory in Ryazan, Russia, has resulted in multiple casualties and widespread devastation
As of now, 11 people have tragically lost their lives in the blast, according to official reports
More than 130 individuals are reported injured, with rescue teams working tirelessly to assist and evacuate victims
The explosion ignited in a gunpowder workshop located within the Elastik plant’s premises, intensifying the disaster
Emergency crews are still scouring the rubble, with three people already rescued, and investigators seeking the cause
Regional authorities have declared an official day of mourning, with flags lowered and public events suspended in the Ryazan region
This marks the second deadly explosion at the Elastik plant since 2021, where a previous blast claimed 17 lives at a similar workshop
Authorities have initiated a preliminary probe into potential causes, including safety violations, while the rescue mission continues