The entire Nevsky market area may be engulfed in flames. (Photo: X/ Visegard 24)

A massive fire broke out at a popular market in Saint Petersburg, Russia , on Wednesday evening. The blaze rapidly engulfed more than 1,500 square meters of the open-air market, which hosts vendors selling electronics and textiles.

According to Russian media, the entire Nevsky market area may be engulfed in flames. Witnesses described hearing multiple blasts.

There are also reports of at least two people being injured in the fire. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

Videos and images posted on social media showed the entire Nevsky market in flames and thick black smoke visible in the night sky.’

Around 30 fire engines are said to be responding to the massive blaze.

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