Explosion at Tamil Nadu Factory Injures 20, Damages Nearby Homes
Incident Overview
In the Kudikadu area near Mudhunagar, located in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district, a sewage tank explosion at a factory resulted in injuries to at least 20 individuals. Images from the scene reveal that the blast caused water to leak from the tank, flooding nearby residences and leading to significant structural damage in the village.
Impact of the Explosion
The powerful explosion not only inflicted severe damage on the factory premises but also affected the surrounding residential neighborhoods. Witnesses reported that the force of the blast caused sewage water to spill out, spreading throughout the village and damaging multiple homes, which created panic among the local residents.
Emergency Response
Emergency services promptly responded to the incident, conducting rescue operations throughout the night. Local authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage and monitoring the situation closely.
Awaiting Further Information
More details regarding the incident are awaited.
Social Media Update
#WATCH | Tamil Nadu: 20 people injured and admitted to a hospital when a sewage tank at a factory exploded in Kudikadu area near Mudhunagar in Cuddalore district late last night. Houses in the area damaged as water leaked out of the tank and entered the village. More details… pic.twitter.com/SbiFVWNILf
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