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One person in the explosion of a gas cylinder in the Moscow toy business dead
At least one person was killed in an explosion of a gas cylinder in the famous Moscow toy shop "Detsky Mir". The incident has led to evacuations and injuries.
One person in the explosion of a gas cylinder in the Moscow toy business dead
On Sunday there was an explosion of a gas cylinder in an iconic toy business in Moscow, in which at least one person was killed. Various state news agencies reported this.
Details about explosion in the toy business
The explosion occurred in the central children's shop, which most Russians know as "Detsky Mir". This well-known business is located on Lubyanka-Platz, near the headquarters of the Federation of Security Service (FSB), the direct successor to the Soviet KGB.
Reactions and evacuations
"Unfortunately, according to initial information, there is a death and several injuries," said Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. The authorities evacuated the building of the toy shop, which also houses numerous restaurants, shops and a cinema.
Cause of the explosion
The Telegram Canal Mash reported that a helium cylinder had exploded. The exact circumstances of the explosion are currently being examined.
This tragic event raises questions about security in public institutions and has raised public awareness of the dangers of dealing with gas containers.