VIDEO: Huge Column of Smoke and Fire Observed in Saratov, Cause of Fire Revealed

A huge column of smoke and fire has been observed near Saratov. The footage has been published online. According to local Emergency Situations Ministry data, a fire broke out in a 2-hectare area following pressure from the Peshchani Umet-Storozhevka gas pipeline.

As clarified to RT by the rescue department, the gas supply is not intended for public consumption, and there are no reported casualties or injuries.