A devastating explosion at a fireworks factory in the Indian state of Gujarat has claimed the lives of 17 workers. The incident occurred in the town of Disa, where the factory and warehouse caught fire following a blast.
Local authorities reported that the fire quickly spread, leading to widespread chaos.
According to District Collector Meher Patel, the explosion occurred at Deepak Traders, a fireworks facility. The blast was so intense that parts of the building collapsed, hindering rescue operations.
Local fire teams from the Disa Municipality, alongside 108 ambulance units, rushed to the site to carry out the rescue effort.
Initial reports suggested that six people had died, but the death toll tragically increased as firefighters were able to control the blaze and search through the rubble.
The fire was believed to have been caused by a boiler explosion, with the intensity of the blast and subsequent fire damaging the structure of the building severely.
Authorities confirmed that the fire has been brought under control, but cooling operations are still ongoing as rescue teams continue to search for any survivors beneath the debris.
The investigation into the cause of the explosion is underway, with authorities working to ensure the safety of workers in such high-risk environments.
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