Railway tracks in the Vygonichsky district of the Bryansk region have been cleared following an explosion, according to Governor Alexander Bogomaz. The clearing was completed by the evening of June 1st, less than a day after the incident.

The rapid completion of the clearing operation was attributed to the coordinated efforts of road organizations, units of the Moscow Railway, and rescuers. Governor Bogomaz expressed his gratitude for their professionalism.

Train traffic on the affected section is expected to be restored soon, according to the regional Ministry of Emergency Situations. Repair and restoration work is scheduled to continue on June 2nd.

Earlier, a bridge collapsed on the Pilshchino – Vygonichi railway section on the night of June 1st. A Klimovo – Moscow train subsequently crashed into the collapsed structures, resulting in the derailment of several cars. Initial reports indicated that Governor Andrei Bogomaz announced the undermining of the bridge.

Also, another explosion occurred on the Unecha-Zhecha section of the railway, targeting a track measuring train. There were no reported casualties from this second incident.