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Death toll climbs to two in Assam oil facility fire
A fire at an Oil India Limited facility in Assam has claimed two lives, with five workers remaining hospitalized for treatment of injuries sustained in the incident.
LSN India ·
The fatality count from a fire at an Oil India Limited (OIL) installation in Assam has risen to two, officials confirmed following the industrial accident. The incident left several workers battling for their lives, with five others currently receiving medical treatment for injuries.
Emergency response teams were mobilized to the facility following reports of the fire. The exact circumstances leading to the blaze remain under investigation, with authorities examining potential causes of the incident.
The injured workers are receiving care at medical facilities, with their conditions being monitored closely by attending physicians. Details regarding the extent of injuries and expected recovery timelines have not been disclosed.
Oil India Limited has launched an internal inquiry into the incident as part of standard safety protocol procedures. The company has assured stakeholders that all necessary measures are being undertaken to support affected employees and their families during this difficult period.