6 Dead in Explosion at Firecracker Manufacturing Factory in Tamil Nadu
First Published: 4th January, 2025 14:20 IST
The blast occurred during the mixing of chemicals for cracker production, reportedly triggered by friction, reports Times of India.
As many as six workers were killed in a tragic explosion at Sainath Fireworks, a unit in Appaiyanaickenpatti, Sattur, Tamil Nadu, on Saturday morning.
The blast occurred during the mixing of chemicals for cracker production, reportedly triggered by friction, reports Times of India.
The explosion caused three working sheds to collapse, trapping workers. Fire and rescue services are actively clearing the debris to locate any remaining victims. The incident highlights the persistent safety concerns in the Virudhunagar district’s fireworks industry, reports TOI.
Authorities are investigating the accident to determine the exact cause.
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