A massive fire broke out in the industrial district of Ufa, Russia, on the territory of the Bashneft Oil Refinery. The cause of the fire has not been officially announced, but eyewitnesses report explosions and automatic gunfire.
Fire at Bashneft refinery
On the night of 22 March, an oil refinery caught fire in Ufa «Bashneft Oil Refinery». The fire was reported in the industrial zone of the city.
Eyewitnesses reported powerful explosions and numerous machine gun bursts in the area of the plant. There is no information on casualties.
Possible UAV attack
Local telegram channels and publics are reporting a possible drone attack in the region. There is no official confirmation of this information yet.
Videos from the scene were posted on social media, showing flames and the sound of explosions. The cause of the fire has not yet been established.
Context.
In recent months, fires and explosions at industrial facilities have become more frequent in Russia. Officials often do not comment on the causes of the incidents.
Local residents and the media are increasingly reporting drone attacks on strategic targets in various regions of the country.
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