Massive explosion in firecracker factory in Virudunagar, Tamil Nadu, 16 killed

Tamilnadu accident: A painful and horrific accident has come to light from Virudunagar district of Tamil Nadu, where at least 16 people died, while 6 were seriously injured in a massive explosion in a firecracker factory on Sunday. After the accident, there was chaos in the entire area and relief work was started rapidly.

A massive explosion occurred during work

The incident took place at a firecracker manufacturing unit located in Kattnar Patti area. According to the information, the work of making fancy firecrackers was going on in the factory and the workers were preparing strings of firecrackers. Meanwhile, there was a sudden loud explosion and within a few moments the entire factory caught fire, causing huge devastation.

Tamilnadu accident: Relief work continues, treatment of injured

As soon as information about the incident was received, fire brigade, police and rescue teams reached the spot. The injured were immediately admitted to Virudunagar Government Hospital, where they are undergoing treatment. The condition of some of the injured is said to be serious, hence there is a possibility that the death toll will increase.

Tamilnadu accident: Factory owner identified, investigation started

According to preliminary information, the owner of this factory is Muthu Manickam, who is said to be a resident of Govindanallur. The administration has started investigating the cause of the accident and it is also being seen whether safety rules were being followed in the factory or not.

Such painful accidents have happened before too

Tamilnadu accident: It is noteworthy that many major accidents have taken place in firecracker factories in the country before. Recently, 21 people lost their lives in the explosion in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. Such incidents happening continuously are raising serious questions on the safety system of the firecracker industry and once again highlight the need for strict rules. From Are exposing.

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