Large fire took place last night in St. Petersburg. 1 man died in fire.
Ignition started in automobile service center on Utkinsky prospect. Information about fire was received at about 22:00 by Moscow time on Tuesday. As fire fighters arrived, the area of fire amounted to 100 sq. meters. Extinguishing was complicated by threat of explosion. By information of TV channel, oxygen cylinders stood in garage. Moreover, there was no source of water near-by - it was delivered from Okkervile river. 16 units of equipment were involved in struggle with disaster.
As a result of fire, 2 hangers and 2 automobiles burnt. 7 cars were evacuated. Dead man with 100% burn was also found on place of incident. His identity is being established. Investigators will find out the cause of the fire.
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