Tamil Nadu: Firecracker factory blast causes nine casualties in Virudhunagar | Oneindia News
On Saturday, a devastating explosion rocked a firecracker factory in the Vembakottai area of Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar, claiming the lives of at least nine individuals and leaving several others injured. The magnitude of the blast was so severe that four buildings, in addition to the factory, were reduced to rubble.
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00:00 On Saturday, a devastating explosion rocked a firecracker factory in the Vembakottai area
00:15 of Tamil Nadu's Virudh Nagar.
00:18 The incident has claimed the lives of at least nine individuals and left several others injured.
00:24 According to reports, the magnitude of the blast was so severe that four buildings in
00:29 addition to the factory were reduced to rubble.
00:32 The factory, owned by a person named Vijay, became the epicentre of the tragedy.
00:38 Local authorities, including police and the fire department, swiftly responded to the
00:42 incident, rushing to the spot to manage the aftermath.
00:46 The injured were promptly admitted to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving
00:50 medical treatment.
00:51 According to reports from the police, seven people tragically lost their lives on the
00:56 spot, while two others succumbed to their injuries en route to the hospital.
01:01 The preliminary investigation points to the chemical mixing room of the factory as the
01:06 source of the accident.
01:08 Authorities are actively engaged in further investigations to determine the exact cause
01:13 of the explosion and any potential negligence.
01:17 This incident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers associated with the production
01:21 of fireworks and the need for stringent safety measures in such establishments.
01:27 It's worth noting that this is not the first such tragedy in the region.
01:31 Just last year, a firecracker factory in Krishnagiri witnessed a similar explosion, claiming eight
01:37 lives, including three women, and leaving numerous others injured.
01:42 Our hearts go out to the families affected by this unfortunate incident.
01:46 As the investigation unfolds, we will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
01:52 Stay tuned to One India News for the latest information.
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