The incident occurred during a routine cleaning process at the Military Academy of the Signal Corps in St. Petersburg, Russia when seven soldiers were injured after a 76-millimeter World War II-era munition exploded. The press office for the Leningrad Military District reported that the soldiers were unloading garbage into a container when the munition detonated without warning, causing injuries to those present.
The soldiers were quickly transported to the Defense Ministry’s health facility for medical attention. Governor Alexander Beglov clarified that the explosion was not related to any terrorist activities and emphasized that it highlights the ongoing risks associated with handling and disposing of old munitions from past conflicts like World War II.
The press office stated that while the incident was unfortunate, it serves as a reminder of the importance of proper handling and disposal of old munitions to prevent accidents like this one from happening in the future. It is crucial to continue working towards ensuring that proper safety measures are in place to protect those involved in such operations.
