In Nevinnomyssk, a city in the Stavropol Territory, a major fire occurred in the central market. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire engulfed shopping pavilions over an area of ​​more than 1000 square meters. At the moment, there have been no reports of casualties, but the moment of the fire was accompanied by panic among visitors and sellers of the market.

The incident occurred about an hour ago, and the fire quickly spread through the shopping arcades. Firefighters were actively working at the scene, trying to contain the flames and prevent further spread. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time and is under investigation.

The event caused great excitement in the city, since the central market is one of the key places for trade and social life in Nevinnomyssk. The explosion that preceded the fire and the subsequent fire led to the evacuation of a large number of people.

What exactly caused the explosion is not specified.