Big Explosion At Yonarmed 07 Bullet Warehouse Bekasi City Causing 15 Victims, Really?

JAKARTA - On Saturday night, March 30 at 18:40 WIB, there was a large explosion in the bullet warehouse of the Medan Artillery Battalion (YoNarmed) 07/155 GS Kodam Jaya in Bantargebang District, Bekasi City, West Java. In the video circulating, the fire appears to be rising high as a result of the explosion.

Witnesses from around the incident commented on how powerful the explosion was. The @hiseobae account said that the explosion sounded very loud and caused panic around the area. Meanwhile @puputmadesa reported that the explosion was even heard at his home in Jatisampurna.

Not only was the sound of the explosion felt, but also quite strong vibrations, as revealed by @yangmi3pnew. In fact, the explosion felt like a shock that made several houses vibrate.

According to the @adityaodity account, 15 victims have been recorded as a result of the explosion. However, there has been no confirmation from the authorities about the victim. This situation shows how serious the impact this incident has on local residents.

Local authorities are conducting efforts to extinguish and evacuate, as well as investigations regarding the cause of the explosion. We will continue to update the information in line with the development of the situation.