On August 19 at about 19:00, a blast occurred in a military unit near Arys, caused by a dry grass fire. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
According to the Shymkent garrison and Kazakh media, citing the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, no one was injured as a result of the incident, and there was no destruction of facilities. The fire has been completely extinguished, and the situation is under control. Relevant services are working at the scene.
The military explained that the fire led to the explosion of a fragment of an ammunition that had been previously prepared for disposal.
Citizens are asked not to trust unverified information spread on social media and to rely only on official reports.
2019 Incident
Earlier, Kursiv reported that in June 2019, a fire occurred at an ammunition depot near Arys, accompanied by numerous explosions. As a result of the incident, three people died and more than 100 were injured.
Court Process
The court process regarding the ammunition explosion in Arys began in May 2020. There were 16 defendants, and 1,500 people were recognized as victims.
Additional Information
Currently, the circumstances of the incident are being clarified. Law enforcement agencies and the military prosecutor's office are conducting investigative actions. Residents are advised to follow official sources of information.
The akimat of Arys city also keeps the situation under control. If necessary, measures to assist the population are being considered.
The press service of the Ministry of Defense urges citizens not to panic and to trust only official sources. Many messages on social media are unconfirmed and do not correspond to reality.
Security Measures
Security measures have been strengthened in military units. Special attention is paid to compliance with the rules for storage and disposal of ammunition. This incident once again highlights the importance of observing safety precautions.
The situation in the region is stable. Explanatory work is being carried out among military personnel and local residents.
The Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of citizens. Additional information will be provided until the causes and circumstances of the incident are fully clarified.
Conclusion
The explosion in the military unit near Arys was without casualties. The Ministry of Defense urges the population to remain calm and trust only official information. The circumstances of the incident are being investigated, and relevant services are working at the scene.