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Fire at Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia's Far East has killed 15
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- A fire at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia’s Far East killed 15 workers, including one Russian and 14 foreign nationals, according to the plant’s management.
- The complex, a joint venture between China’s Sinopec and Russia’s Sibur, is located near the Chinese border and is still under construction, with operations planned to start in early 2027.
- Preliminary investigations indicated the fire began in an auxiliary process area without damaging the main equipment, and no signs of sabotage or foul play have been reported.
- Emergency recovery efforts are underway in coordination with Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations, and air quality is being monitored with no harmful emissions exceeding permissible levels.
- The Chinese consulate has dispatched a team to the site, but Sinopec has not yet commented publicly on the incident.
