Owner killed in explosion at firecracker unit in Pudukottai
A firecracker manufacturing unit in Pudukottai experienced a deadly explosion, resulting in the death of its owner, S. Karuppaiah, and injuries to a worker. The incident occurred when a fire ignited materials stored at the unit, leading to a significant blast. Emergency services responded quickly, but the explosion caused considerable panic in the area.
- ▪The explosion occurred at a firecracker unit in P. Azhagapuri, Pudukottai district.
- ▪S. Karuppaiah, the 54-year-old owner, was killed in the blast, while worker P. Braman sustained severe leg injuries.
- ▪Emergency responders took nearly two hours to extinguish the fire and investigate the scene.
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The 54-year-old owner of a country firecracker manufacturing unit was killed and a worker sustained injuries in an explosion triggered by a fire at P. Azhagapuri near Thirumayam in Pudukottai district on Saturday afternoon.The police said the deceased was identified as S. Karuppaiah of Pillamangalam, who had been operating the unit at Ponnazhagi Nagar in P. Azhagapuri for several years. Around five persons were employed at the unit.The accident occurred when Karuppaiah and the worker, P. Braman, 50, were at the unit. A sudden fire reportedly broke out, causing the firecrackers and materials stored inside to explode.Upon receiving information, 14 personnel from the Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Services (TNFRS) stations in Thirumayam and SIPCOT rushed to the spot.
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