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Published 14:07 IST, October 19th 2024

Morena Factory Blast: Massive Explosion at Firecracker Factory in MP; Several People Trapped

Several people are feared to be trapped under debirs after a massive explosion occurred at a a firecracker factory in the Dattpura area of Morena city

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Several people are feared to be trapped under debirs after a massive explosion occurred at a a firecracker factory in the Dattpura area of Morena city | Image: Shutterstock

Bhopal: Several people are feared to be trapped under debirs after a massive explosion occurred at a a firecracker factory in the Dattpura area of Morena city of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday. As per local residents, the blast occurred inside a building where firecrackers were being made, and gunpowder was present. The explosion was so intense that nearby houses developed cracks, and window panes were shattered in the surrounding area.

Police and local administration rushed to the scene and began rescue operations. JCB machines are being used to clear the debris, and ambulances have arrived to assist in the rescue of those feared trapped under the rubble.

Further updates are awaited as rescue efforts continue.

Updated 14:07 IST, October 19th 2024