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Explosion in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi District Kills at Least Two, Building Partially Destroyed

Sep 8, 2024, 08:18 AM

An explosion occurred at a trucking enterprise in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district on September 8, 2024, resulting in the partial destruction of a two-story building. Local media and the State Emergency Service reported that at least two people were killed, and there may be more individuals trapped under the rubble. A column of smoke was seen rising above the city, though there is no fire. The cause of the explosion remains unknown, but it is believed to be an accident. Emergency services are actively working on the site to determine the cause and rescue any potential survivors.