Crimean Bridge Blast Update: Two Killed After Explosion on Bridge Connecting Crimea With Russia, Says Governor
Two fatalities confirmed by the governor as an explosion on the Crimean Bridge connects Crimea with Russia, causing a halt in vehicular movement.
In a tragic turn of events, a blast or series of blasts rocked the Crimean Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. Russia-appointed Governor Sergei Aksyonov confirmed the incident and stated that an "emergency situation" had occurred at the 145th pillar of the bridge. Amid reports of explosions, the bridge has been shut for vehicular movement. Aksyonov also urged Crimean residents to stay calm. In October last year, an attack on the Kerch bridge disrupted major transport links between mainland Russia and the annexed Crimean Peninsula. Crimean Bridge Blast Video: Explosions Reported on Bridge Linking Crimea With Russia, Vehicular Movement Halted.
Crimean Bridge Blast Update:
UPDATE: Russian governor says 2 people confirmed dead after explosion on the Crimean Bridge
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Crimean Bridge Blast Video:
The Crimean bridge is closed. The Russian police officer says "either use ferry or go back home" pic.twitter.com/1F9Dsf9ArK
— Giorgi Revishvili (@revishvilig) July 17, 2023
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