Firecracker Factory Explosion Claims One Life in Tamil Nadu

ANI |
Updated: Dec 15, 2023 12:05 IST

Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu – In a tragic incident on Friday, a firecracker manufacturing factory near Sattur in Virudhunagar district witnessed a deadly explosion that resulted in the death of one individual. The deceased has been identified as Shanmugaraja, a 38-year-old worker at the factory.

The Fire and Rescue Department reported, “One person lost their life in an explosion that occurred at a firecracker manufacturing factory near Sattur in Virudhunagar district today.”

According to sources from the Fire and Rescue Department, the incident took place when Shanmugaraja was handling chemicals used in the production of firecrackers. The explosion occurred in one of the working sheds, causing a massive fire outbreak.

The Fire and Rescue team swiftly responded to the emergency and managed to extinguish the fire. They also recovered the charred remains of Shanmugaraja and transported the body to a nearby hospital for further formalities and post-mortem examination.

The local police have initiated a legal case and are currently conducting a comprehensive investigation to determine the cause of the explosion and ascertain whether any safety regulations were violated.

Sivakasi, located in Virudhunagar District, is renowned as the firecracker manufacturing hub of India, with over 6.5 lakh families directly and indirectly dependent on this industry for their livelihood.

This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the hazardous nature of the firecracker manufacturing industry and the need for strict adherence to safety protocols to prevent such tragic accidents in the future.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of Shanmugaraja, as well as the entire community affected by this devastating incident.