Chhattisgarh Steel Plant Explosion: Seven Workers Dead, Fire Rages
A strong explosion hit a steel plant in Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh, causing chaos and significantly affecting the surrounding area. At least seven workers died, and many others sustained critical injuries. The blast occurred in an operational unit during routine work, instantly triggering panic throughout the plant and raising serious questions about industrial safety procedures. Within a very short time, massive flames and thick smoke engulfed a large part of the facility, forcing emergency crews to intervene. Firefighters worked under hazardous conditions to control the fire while rescue operations took place simultaneously. The incident highlights workplace dangers, and authorities are racing against time to save lives and assess the full extent of the damage.
VIDEO | Balodabazar-Bhatapara, Chhattisgarh: Six workers feared dead and over 10 injured in a blast reported at a steel factory. More details awaited.
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Fire Spreads Rapidly, Workers Trapped; Rescue Efforts Underway
The production unit of the steel plant in Baloda Bazar, Chhattisgarh, was shaken by a sudden blast, which resulted in a fire that spread rapidly throughout the plant. The workers in the section where the blast occurred were taken completely by surprise and had little chance to escape as flames and smoke engulfed the area within seconds.
Emergency services, including fire tenders from Baloda Bazar and nearby districts, rushed to the scene to tackle the fire. Police acted instantly to cordon off the area to safeguard lives and manage the situation. Firefighters worked tirelessly to control the blaze while rescue teams organized efforts to retrieve victims trapped in the rubble. After a long struggle, the fire was finally brought under control, allowing authorities to recover the bodies of deceased workers and transfer the injured to nearby hospitals. The incident sends a strong message about the urgent need to review industrial safety standards in the state.
Casualties and Injuries
Authorities recovered the bodies of seven severely burnt workers. Several injured employees were shifted to nearby hospitals, with some reported in critical condition.
(This is a developing story…)
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