In Fergana, a gas explosion at a gas station resulted in one fatality and several injuries. Watch the video for more details.

According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, on December 17 at 13:43, a flash followed by a fire occurred at a multi-fuel gas station and gas filling station on A. Yassavi Street in the "Yangi Yul" neighborhood of Fergana.

This incident was caused by violations of the technological process during the draining of liquefied gas and non-compliance with safety regulations.

Firefighters arrived at the scene at 13:47, the fire was localized by 14:02, and it was completely extinguished by 14:12.

As a result of the fire, one person lost their life, four sustained injuries, and eight are under the observation of medical personnel.

Employees from the Fergana region's emergency management department, representatives of the hokimiyat, and responsible officials from various ministries and agencies arrived at the site to coordinate efforts for addressing the aftermath of the fire.