A powerful explosion occurred at a gas station in Zhytomyr: a huge traffic jam formed on the road to Kyiv

According to hvylya.net: On July 2, around 18:00, powerful explosions occurred at a gas station in Zhytomyr. The incident took place at the gas station on the eastern outskirts of the city, in the village of Berezino.

Witnesses report multiple explosions at the gas station. A large fire with thick black smoke is observed at the scene. Telegram channels are publishing videos and photos showing a 'fire mushroom' over the city.

Media sources in law enforcement confirmed the fact of the explosion. It is preliminarily known that the event has no military origin.

Traffic on the Zhytomyr highway is complicated due to the incident. A large traffic jam has formed on the road towards Kyiv, and the highway is closed. Fire trucks are heading to the site.

Locals are advised to close windows due to smoke from the fire. There is currently no information about casualties. No official information from the State Emergency Service or local authorities is available at this time.

Powerful explosions occurred at the gas station in Zhytomyr, causing a large fire with thick smoke. Traffic in the area is complicated, but there are no reports of casualties so far.