World · Singapore Bureau
Fire at Russian gas complex kills Chinese worker, injures over 120
A major fire erupted at a gas chemical facility under construction in Russia's Far East on Tuesday, resulting in one fatality and widespread injuries. More than 120 people were hurt in the incident, with at least 19 requiring hospital treatment.
LSN Singapore ·
The fire broke out at the industrial complex located in Russia's Far Eastern region, engulfing parts of the facility that remains under construction. Emergency response teams were mobilised to contain the blaze and evacuate workers from the site.
One Chinese national employed at the complex was killed in the incident. The death toll underscores the hazards associated with large-scale industrial construction projects in the region.
Hospitals in the area received at least 19 workers for treatment of injuries sustained during the fire and evacuation. A further 100-plus individuals suffered injuries of varying severity, though many were treated on-site or did not require hospitalisation.
Investigations into the cause of the fire have begun, with authorities examining safety protocols and operational procedures at the facility. The incident has raised questions about workplace safety standards at major construction projects in the region.