MOSCOW, 26th July, 2024 (WAM) -- A blast at the East Urengoy gas condensate field in the Yamal-Nenets region in Russia's Arctic has killed one worker and injured nine others and its cause is being investigated, Russian technical watchdog Rostechnadzor said on Friday.
According to Reuters, the explosion occurred while crews were preparing to repair some equipment.
The fire had been brought under control and there was no threat to the surrounding population or the environment.
Reuters added that workers injured in the blast were receiving medical care.