Over 130 Injured in Factory Explosion in Russia

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