A massive fire broke out on Tuesday in a firecracker factory in Harda, Madhya Pradesh. The cause of the fire is unknown.
According to reports, the factory is situated on Magardha Road and there were around 11 to 15 explosions which could be heard. At least six people have been killed and 60 others have been injured in this blast, as per NDTV.
Several people who were injured have been shifted to a hospital for treatment. Fire tenders have reached the spot to rescue people who are feared trapped. The exact number of casualties is yet to be confirmed.
#WATCH | Madhya Pradesh: People injured in the massive fire that broke out in a firecracker factory in Harda, are being shifted to a hospital for treatment. Fire tenders have reached the spot, several people are feared trapped. pic.twitter.com/rwEzdIUUJX
February 6, 2024AdvertisementVideos of the incident surfaced on social media that showed major fire with explosions taking place at the site and people running to save themselves.
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Massive explosion broke out at Fire cracker factory Harda Madhya Pradesh. #Blast #accident#Blast pic.twitter.com/F8RS1YTvmhFebruary 6, 2024 Police and fire brigade teams have rushed to the factory and are trying to douse the flames and rescue the workers inside the factory. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav sought information from senior officials regarding the fire incident in Harda.
More details awaited.
(With inputs from PTI)
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