Six teenagers in hospital after fire in Mykolaiv region
The incident took place in the village of Shevchenko, Voznesensk district, Mykolaiv region.
According to preliminary data, the teenagers were heating a stove in a non-residential building. In the process, a spark struck a container of petrol, causing a gas-air mixture to ignite.
Status of the victims
All six teenagers sustained injuries of varying severity.
The victims were hospitalised in medical institutions. Their exact condition is currently being clarified.
The work of rescuers
The SES units were on site to extinguish the fire and establish the final circumstances of the incident.
Experts once again urge citizens to strictly follow fire safety rules, especially when handling flammable substances.
Context.
Such incidents most often occur due to violations of safety rules when using stoves and storing fuel.
Rescuers emphasise that even a small spark near petrol can cause an explosive situation.
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