Telangana chemical factory in India witnessed a deadly explosion and fire on June 30, leaving at least 10 people dead and several more injured, EDnews reports, citing The Daily Guardian.
The incident occurred at the Sigachi Chemical Industry in Pashamylaram after a reactor exploded inside the facility. Authorities quickly launched rescue operations as many workers were feared trapped.
A powerful reactor explosion suddenly triggered a fire at the Telangana chemical factory, killing 10 workers, according to PTI. Moreover, fire officials confirmed that 15 to 20 people suffered injuries from the intense blast and the flames that followed. The situation quickly turned critical after the explosion, with thick black smoke covering the entire area and panic spreading rapidly among nearby workers and residents.
The fire broke out in the Sigachi Chemical Industry, located in the Pashamylaram industrial zone. Immediately, firefighters rushed to the scene and began emergency procedures without delay. In response to the growing danger, officials dispatched eleven fire engines to bring the blaze under control. However, it took several hours to fully contain the fire, which spread quickly due to the highly flammable chemicals stored within the plant.
Authorities quickly launched a large-scale search at the Telangana chemical factory to locate workers feared trapped under the rubble. Meanwhile, local media reported that rescue teams are working around the clock to pull out survivors, despite the hazardous conditions.
“Rescue and search teams have also been deployed at the site to find the trapped workers,” an official confirmed during the ongoing operation. At the same time, investigators are examining the exact cause of the explosion. Officials currently believe that a reactor malfunction triggered the deadly fire.
However, the state government has not yet released any official statement regarding compensation or planned safety inspections. As a result, the entire industrial zone remains on high alert, with several nearby factories halting operations as a necessary safety measure.
