A deadly fire at an industrial facility in Russia's Ryazan region has claimed 11 lives and injured 130 people, according to the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations. The blaze erupted Saturday morning in a production workshop in Lesnoy, Shilovsky District, prompting a massive emergency response.
Rescue teams deployed canine units and air-mobile groups to locate survivors, with one individual successfully extracted from debris during search operations. Over 360 specialists and 90 equipment units remain on-site as clearing efforts continue.
Local authorities have launched a criminal investigation into potential violations of industrial safety standards at the hazardous production facility. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in workplace safety protocols across industrial zones.
While the cause remains under investigation, the tragedy underscores the importance of robust emergency preparedness systems in manufacturing hubs. This development may prompt renewed scrutiny of industrial regulations in Russia and neighboring regions.
