Tragic Blast: Fireworks Factory Explosion Claims Lives

Two workers were killed and three others injured in a fireworks factory explosion near Nazareth. The blast occurred while workers were handling firecrackers, completely destroying the warehouse. Two victims identified as Kannan and Vijay were pronounced dead, while the injured were taken to a local hospital.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Thoothukudi | Updated: 31-08-2024 21:06 IST | Created: 31-08-2024 21:06 IST
Tragic Blast: Fireworks Factory Explosion Claims Lives
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In a tragic incident, an explosion at a fireworks factory warehouse near Nazareth resulted in the death of two workers and injured three others, including a woman, on Saturday evening, according to police reports.

The sudden blast occurred as workers were handling firecrackers. Police have identified the deceased as Kannan and Vijay, while the injured have been transported to Tirunelveli Government Medical College Hospital for necessary medical treatment.

The entire structure of the warehouse was completely gutted due to the accidental explosion, officials stated.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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