Major fire extinguished in a "Stalinist" building on Herzen Street in Khabarovsk

On August 19, at about 11:00 a.m., a fire broke out in a residential building on Herzen Street in the city of Khabarovsk.

According to preliminary data, the fire started in one of the apartments on the second floor. The fire quickly spread to the upper floors, engulfing several apartments.

Firefighters arrived at the scene and began to extinguish the fire. The evacuation of residents was organized. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties or injuries.

The fire was extinguished by 13:00. The cause of the fire is being established.

The building was built in the 1950s and is known as a "Stalinist" building. These buildings are characterized by their monumental architecture and high ceilings.

The fire caused significant damage to the building. Several apartments were completely destroyed. The residents of the building have been evacuated and are being provided with temporary housing.

The authorities are investigating the cause of the fire. One possible cause is an electrical fault.