Gas Explosion in Southern Russia Claims Four Lives

An early morning blast in Cherkessk partially destroyed a residential building, prompting a criminal investigation.

Local emergency officials reported that the explosion occurred in a five-story residential building in Cherkessk, Karachay-Cherkessia.
Four people were killed and another four injured in the incident, with concerns about further structural collapse.
Russian law enforcement has initiated a criminal investigation, suspecting safety violations as a potential cause.
Gas explosions are a recurring issue in Russia, with several deadly incidents reported in recent years.
The Russian state news agency Tass noted that over 50 people have died in similar explosions since early 2022.