Fire breaks out at Vizag Steel Plant, one injured
Update: 2024-09-24 14:44 IST
A fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's Steel Melting Shop 1 (SMS-1) yesterday, resulting in serious injuries to Senior Manager Malleswara Rao. The incident occurred when a steel ladle in the Liquid Pig Iron (LPB) section reportedly exploded, leading to a swift response from emergency services.
Malleswara Rao was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The further details have yet to be disclosed.
Senior officials from the plant have arrived at the scene to conduct a thorough assessment of the situation.