Thick black smoke rises from Russian ship as ‘explosion’ heard off coast of Black Sea

Smoke rising from a Russian vessel within the roadstead of Sevastopol sparked confusion amongst some locals. 

Preliminary experiences circulating on the widespread Crimean Wind Telegram channel steered the ship had exploded. 

Photos confirmed thick black smoke rising from the vessel, believed to be a patrol ship a part of the 22160 Venture.

The suggestion shared on the messaging platform was bolstered by locals claiming to have heard an explosion. 

However new footage from a special angle seem to point out the vessel intact. 

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