Three killed in Chambarak explosion

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11.06.2025, 12:40

The bodies of three victims were found under the rubble after an explosion in the city of Chambarak in the Gegharkunik region of Armenia.

Three killed in Chambarak explosion

YEREVAN, June 11. /ARKA/. The bodies of three victims were found under the rubble after an explosion in the city of Chambarak in the Gegharkunik region of Armenia. This was reported by the Rescue Service.

According to preliminary data, at about 8 a.m. on Wednesday, a gas explosion occurred in one of the buildings on Tigran Mets Street in Chambarak, resulting in a collapse. Apartments on the 4th, 3rd and 2nd floors collapsed. Apartments in the neighboring entrance partially collapsed.

There are reports of 10 casualties.

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