Aktobe Gas Explosion: One Dead, 73 Evacuated

Aktobe Gas Explosion: One Dead, Dozens Evacuated A gas explosion rocked a five-story apartment building in Aktobe, Kazakhstan, on June 4, 2025, resulting in one fatality and the evacuation of 73 residents. The explosion, which occurred on the fourth floor, caused significant damage, including the collapse of the ceiling onto the floor below. The fire spread across an area of 40 square meters. Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud boom followed by flames erupting from the building. "It was terrifying," said one resident who was evacuated. "I grabbed my children and ran." Firefighters quickly arrived on the scene and worked to extinguish the fire and rescue those trapped inside. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, but city officials have stated that the structural integrity of the building will be thoroughly examined. Residents from the lower floors will be relocated while assessments are underway. The incident highlights the importance of gas safety regulations and building maintenance.