Azot Plant in Berezniki Resumes Operations After Drone Incident
Azot enterprise in Berezniki, Russia, has resumed normal operations following a brief disruption. The incident, which occurred on October 2, resulted in no casualties and no threat to the environment or local residents.
The incident involved a temporary stoppage of the technological cycle at the enterprise. This was likely due to three drones that were spotted hovering over the facility. The drones' origin and control remain unknown.
The incident caused damage to a two-apartment residential building nearby. However, the safety of residents was not compromised, according to Dmitry Makhonin, a spokesperson for the enterprise. Russian media reported hearing two loud impacts at the enterprise that evening.
Azot enterprise is a critical facility, being the sole supplier of certain chemical products used in the production of explosives in Russia. It is also the largest producer of nitrogen fertilizers in the country. Despite its significance, there is no indication that the incident will lead to any ecological concerns.
Following the incident, Azot enterprise has returned to normal operations. While the cause of the disruption remains unclear, the enterprise's spokesperson has assured that there is no threat to the local community or the environment. The enterprise's role in the production of explosives and fertilizers highlights its importance to Russia's chemical industry.
