Russian province declares day of mourning for those killed in gas explosion

Published at: 25/07/2025 05:20 PM

The province of Saratov in Russia declared Saturday, July 26, a day of mourning in the region in memory of the fatalities of the gas explosion in an apartment building in the homonymous city. This was announced by the governor of the region, Román Busarguín, who added that to date there are six fatalities.

“On the occasion of the tragic events that occurred in the apartment building on Blinova Street in Saratov, it was decided to declare Saturday, July 26, a day of mourning in the region,” Busarguín wrote on his telegram channel quoted by the international press.

In honor of the victims, regional and municipal flags will fly at half mast throughout the territory. “It is recommended that organizations, radio and television companies, cultural institutions cancel their entertainment programs and events,” Busarguín added, quoted by the Sputnik agency.

Mazo News Team