The Avangard chemical plant became the epicenter of the explosion

The explosion occurred in the territory of the "Avagnard" industrial zone in the city of Sterlitamak, Bashkiria. Eyewitnesses say that the city smelled of gunpowder.

Previously, there was an explosion in the third workshop. The shock from the explosion was felt throughout the city. The plant produces explosives and components for multiple launch rocket systems of the Russian Armed Forces.

According to preliminary data, 5 people were injured. The information has not been officially confirmed. It is not specified what caused the explosion.

Avangard produces weapons and ammunition, disposes of explosives, and also manufactures chemical products.

The explosion at the plant was confirmed by the Sterlitamak city hall.