Tragic Fire Claims 12 Lives at Southern Russian Petrol Station

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Tragic Fire Claims 12 Lives at Southern Russian Petrol Station
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At least 12 people have died and 60 others injured in an explosion at a petrol station in Makhachkala, Dagestan, southern Russia. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, but pictures show a large fire and there is a risk of further explosions. Emergency workers have been deployed, and an aircraft is being used to evacuate the seriously injured to Moscow. The death toll could potentially rise to 25, according to unconfirmed reports.

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