A powerful gas explosion ripped through a 10-story apartment building in Russia’s southern city of Saratov, killing at least three people — including a child — and leaving devastation in its wake.
The blast occurred early Friday in the Leninsky district, with part of the building’s upper floors torn off, exposing the wreckage and scattering debris across the ground.
Photos from the scene reveal utter destruction: gaping holes in the structure, crumbled walls, and mangled household items. Emergency response teams rushed to the site, and Governor Roman Busargin personally surveyed the damage.
While gas explosions in Russia are often linked to Soviet-era infrastructure, this building was relatively modern, built in 2011 and managed by the company Sovezdye+.
A criminal probe has been launched into possible safety violations.
The tragedy underscores ongoing concerns over residential gas safety and building maintenance across the country.
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