Explosion occurred at an enterprise near Rivne: eight people injured, one victim in serious condition

Near Rivne, an explosion occurred at an enterprise. As a result of the incident, eight people were injured, including those in serious condition.

This was reported by the press service of the Rivne region police.

According to law enforcement, the explosion occurred on April 20 around 13:00 on the territory of the enterprise. Its activity is not related to chemical production, the police note.

It is also reported that after the explosion, a fire broke out. As a result of the incident, eight people were injured. Among the victims, one person is in serious condition.

"The issue of the legal qualification of the event is being resolved," - the police add.

Emergency services and heads of law enforcement agencies are working at the scene. Circumstances are being established.