Black Smoke Plumes Over St. Petersburg Spark Concern

A large plume of black smoke was observed over St. Petersburg, Russia, on June 2, 2025, causing alarm among residents. The video shows a significant amount of dark smoke rising from an unknown location in the city. While the source of the smoke remains unconfirmed, the visual impact is undeniable and has sparked concern on social media. Firefighters were reportedly dispatched to the scene. "It was a very unsettling sight," said one local resident, who filmed the event. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the smoke and will release an official statement soon. Further updates will be provided as they become available.