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Tamil Nadu: 7 persons die after explosion at firecracker godown in Ariyalur

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Ariyalur (Tamil Nadu) | October 9, 2023 5:14:42 PM IST
Seven people were killed and many were injured in an explosion at a firecracker godown here on Monday, police said.

A massive fire broke out at around 10.20 pm after the explosion in Vetriyur Viragalur in Ariyalur district, they added.

Ariyalur District Collector J Anne Mary Swarna and District Superintendent of Police (SP) K Feroze Khan Abdullah reached the spot immediately after receiving information about the incident.

As per police, the injured persons were rushed to a local government hospital and are undergoing treatment.

An investigation into the matter is underway and further information is awaited. (ANI)

 
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