As a result of the explosion at the gas station near the South Station in Kharkiv, one man was injured. The incident was frightened by local residents.
According to the spokesman of the SES of Kharkiv region Yevgeny Vasylenko, the explosion happened around 9:00 am, probably as a result of the explosion of the car at the gas station. The fire was quickly extinguished, preventing its spread to the station equipment. The causes of the explosion are still revealed.
Director of the Emergency Center, Victor Zabashta, confirmed that one person who was taken to the hospital was injured as a result of the incident.
Currently, the patrol police of the region have announced temporary restrictions on Poltava Street in connection with the event. Law enforcement agencies provide safety at the scene, coordinate assistance to the victims and protect the incident.
This situation causes serious excitement in the city, and law enforcement is continuing the investigation and assisting those who have suffered. Restrictions will currently continue until emergency services are completed.
