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Three killed, some 150 injured in fire at Russian gas chemical complex

A fire at a Russian gas chemical complex has killed three and injured over a hundred, including foreign workers.

By · Published August 25, 2026  20:26 UTC · Updated August 28, 2026  08:42 UTC

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The blaze at the Amur gas‑chemical complex was extinguished after an explosion triggered a fire. Reports varied, noting three to seven deaths—including several Chinese workers—around 150 injured and nine people missing.

No further updates have appeared, leaving the final casualty count unresolved.

Epilogue added 50d ago, after coverage quieted.

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The death toll from a fire at Russia's Amur Gas Chemical Complex has risen to five. The fire has injured some 150 people, including Chinese workers. The complex is located nearly 6,000 kilometers from Ukraine's borders. The fire was preceded by an explosion.

The cause of the explosion is not yet known. The fire is described as "mysterious" by some outlets. The exact number of casualties and the cause of the fire are still under investigation. The complex is a significant industrial site in Russia's far east.

The impact on operations and the environment is not yet clear. The Russian and Chinese governments are cooperating in the investigation.

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What is the Amur Gas Chemical Complex?

The Amur Gas Chemical Complex is an industrial site in Russia's far east. It is a joint venture between Russian and Chinese companies.

How many people were injured in the fire?

Some 150 people were injured in the fire.

What is the cause of the fire?

The cause of the fire is not yet known. The fire was preceded by an explosion, but the cause of the explosion is also unknown.

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