A powerful explosion has occurred in the warehouse facilities belonging to Inter Logistics on September 28, located in the "Kurvukmir" branch of Tashkent city's Sergeli district. The incident was promptly addressed by the Tashkent city administration, with immediate medical assistance provided to the injured.
Powerful #explosion rocks #Uzbekistan capital
— Daryo | Central Asia & Afghanistan (@DaryoEng) September 27, 2023
A powerful #explosion has occurred in #Tashkent, #Uzbekistan at 02:45 local time. #Cause is yet #unknown. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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The city administration issued a statement, assuring the public that the situation is now fully under control. The report indicated that the fire resulting from the explosion was successfully contained at 05:02 local time. Thanks to swift and effective response efforts, the area affected by the fire is being progressively reduced.
From the very onset of the incident, key authorities and organizations mobilized to manage the situation. This included the leadership of the FVV (Fergana Valley Veterans), officials from the Tashkent city administration, the General Directorate of Health, internal affairs bodies, and other relevant agencies. These collective efforts aim to ascertain the cause of the fire and ensure its containment.
⚡️Update: reports suggest the #Customs #warehouse #exploded
— Daryo | Central Asia & Afghanistan (@DaryoEng) September 27, 2023
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According to the Minister of Health, individuals injured in the explosion were promptly transported to the Republican Emergency Medical Research Center, as well as its branch in the Tashkent region, for necessary medical care.
Uzbekistan Airports confirmed that the explosion in Tashkent did not disrupt the operation of the capital's airport. "Tashkent" International Airport continues to operate smoothly and without any restrictions, ensuring that travel plans remain unaffected by the incident.
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