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Explosion in Russian Makhachkala kills 27 people, leaves many injured

Explosion in Russian Makhachkala kills 27 people, leaves many injured 27 people killed in an explosion in Makhachkala, Russia (t.me/bazabazon)
Author: Maria Kholina

On August 14, an explosion at a gas station in the Russian city of Makhachkala claimed the lives of 27 individuals, according to Baza.

Among the 27 deceased were 3 children. 75 people were injured as a result of the explosion and were promptly transported to hospitals, including 13 minors.

August 15 has been declared a day of mourning in Dagestan, the region where the incident occurred.


Photo: 27 people killed in the explosion in Makhachkala, Russia (t.me/bazabazon)

Explosion in Makhachkala

Yesterday evening, locals in Makhachkala were startled by a powerful explosion followed by a fire outbreak. The explosion originated at a gas station.

The flames subsequently spread to nearby residential buildings, leading to the emergency evacuation of people.