Explosion at Grozny's Lider Gas Station Injures Four; Safety Violations Uncovered

Oct 12, 2024, 12:54 PM

A massive explosion at the Lider gas station in Grozny, the capital of Chechnya, has injured at least four people, including a mother and child struck by debris. The blast occurred near a college and residential area, propelling a fuel tank over 300 meters and crushing a parked car. Eyewitnesses report ongoing fires and additional explosions at the site. Unconfirmed reports suggest possible casualties, including a girl reportedly injured. Inspections revealed that the gas station had failed to meet safety standards, with a 2021 Rostekhnadzor inspection citing nine violations.