Blast at Tamil Nadu Fireworks Unit Kills Dozens Near Virudhunagar
Blast at Tamil Nadu Fireworks Unit Kills Dozens Near Virudhunagar
Devastating explosion at a firecracker factory near Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, claims lives as rescuers race to reach survivors.
A powerful blast ripped through a firecracker manufacturing unit near Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, on Sunday, setting off a fierce blaze that firefighters battled for hours.
Remnants of chemicals and unfinished stock continued to explode, forcing teams to retreat and resume efforts as bodies moved and firefighting progressed.
Public updates on casualty numbers varied, with reports placing the toll from 12 to 23 dead and several others injured, illustrating the scale of the tragedy.
The Vanaja fireworks unit near Virudhunagar district became the site of the disaster, where authorities said workers were often handling volatile materials. The explosions reportedly blew bodies apart and scattered debris.
In a swift response, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin condoled the loss and ordered Ministers K.K.S.S.R. Ramachandran and Thangam Thennarasu to rush to the spot to coordinate relief operations and ensure immediate assistance to families.
Officials pledged a thorough investigation into the cause and urged adherence to safety norms in fireworks manufacturing to prevent future tragedies, while communities awaited more information as rescue and relief efforts continued.
