In Bashkiria, due to gas leakage at an oil well, a worker died

At an oil well in Bashkiria there was a leak of hydrogen sulfide. One worker was killed and two others were injured. The regional prosecutor's office is conducting an inspection.

According to the agency, the emergency occurred at the Urshak field during the technological washing of the well by employees of the contractor. A 44-year-old man died on the spot. Two more injured workers received medical care, hospitalization was not required.

The Prosecutor’s office will check compliance with the legislation on labor protection and industrial safety in the performance of work. Also under the control of the prosecutor's office is the progress of the pre-investigation check.

The Urshak oil field is located mainly in the Aurgazin district. It has been operating since 1971, the field is owned by Bashneft. Its reserves are estimated at 0.7 million tons.