Explosion reported at defense facility in Serbia

The facility is 100 kilometers (62 miles) south-west of Belgrade and is one of the largest defense enterprises in the country.

According to Radio Television of Serbia, a 40-year-old worker suffered serious injuries when a K34 cartridge exploded in her hands. She was hospitalized. Another worker, who stood next to her during the explosion, was slightly injured.

An investigation of the incident is underway.

ZZ/PR