According to initial reports, the explosion took place during routine manufacturing activities at the factory. Locals reported hearing a loud blast followed by a series of firecracker bursts. Within moments, the factory was engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke billowing into the sky. Nearby residents rushed to the scene, alerting authorities and emergency services.

Firefighters and police officials quickly arrived at the site and initiated rescue and relief operations. The injured victims were rushed to Sivakasi Government Hospital and other nearby medical facilities. Several fire engines battled the flames for hours to bring the fire under control and prevent it from spreading to adjacent buildings and storage units.

Though the exact cause of the explosion is still unknown, officials suspect that improper handling or storage of explosive materials could be a contributing factor. A detailed investigation has been launched, and forensic teams have been deployed to the site to gather evidence.

Sivakasi, known as India’s firecracker hub, has a long history of industrial accidents due to the hazardous nature of fireworks manufacturing. Despite strict regulations, many factories operate with minimal safety measures, putting workers at significant risk.

District Collector and other senior officials visited the site and assured that a thorough probe will be conducted. They also confirmed that compensation would be provided to the families of the deceased and those injured.

This incident comes just a day after a blast at a pharmaceutical plant in Telangana, raising renewed concerns about industrial safety standards in high-risk sectors.

Authorities are urging firecracker manufacturers in the region to adhere strictly to safety protocols and ensure all employees are adequately trained in handling explosive materials.

As rescue efforts continue and investigations progress, the community of Sivakasi mourns yet another tragic loss in its decades-old firecracker industry.