A fireworks factory in central India had a violent explosion. Which led to a massive fire. Eight people died and more than 80 others were injured.
Foreign news agencies reported that a fireworks factory in Harda, Madhya Pradesh. Central part of India A violent explosion occurred on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, killing at least eight people and injuring more than 80 others, forcing the authorities to send dozens of government vehicles and military helicopters. Go help transport injured people.
Mr. Rajeshwari Mahobiya, a local police officer. Agence France-Presse confirmed the number of dead and wounded, indicating that the number of victims may rise further. But it was not revealed what was the cause of the explosion?
Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said medical staff from burn units of several major hospitals were near the accident site. We were informed to prepare the necessary treatment. At least 70 vehicles were sent to help the injured.
Dr. Manish Sharma, a surgeon at Harda District Hospital, said the hospital was full of wounded. “We have eight dead here. 90 wounded were admitted and we had to transfer 15 of them to a larger hospital,” Sharma said. Many other injured people are being assisted at the scene.
The explosion caused a massive fire, and 15 fire engines sent to respond are still having difficulty controlling the fire.
Local administrative official Kailash Chand Parti told the media that approximately 200-300 employees work in the factory where the accident occurred, and it is not known how many employees were inside the building at the time of the accident. But the explosion caused damage to at least 10 nearby buildings.
Mr. Abdul Rais Khan, a local police officer, told The Times of India that some of the victims' deaths resulted from the stampede. From the chaos during the fire escape after the explosion.
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