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Major blast at Mahad MIDC industrial park in Raigad district
A powerful explosion at a manufacturing facility in Mahad MIDC, located in Maharashtra's Raigad district, sent shockwaves across a radius of several kilometres on Monday. Emergency services including firefighting units, police, and ambulances rushed to the scene following the incident.
LSN India ·
A significant blast occurred at a company premises within the Mahad MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation) industrial estate in Raigad district, triggering widespread alarm across the surrounding region. The intensity of the explosion was such that tremors were felt up to four kilometres away from the impact site, indicating the force of the detonation.
Emergency response teams, including fire brigade personnel, police units, and ambulance services, were mobilised to the location immediately after the incident was reported. The scale of the blast prompted a multi-agency response to assess the damage and attend to any casualties.
Details regarding the exact cause of the explosion, the nature of operations at the affected facility, and the extent of damages remain under investigation. Authorities have cordoned off the area as emergency personnel continue their response operations.
The Mahad MIDC is a significant industrial hub in the Raigad district, hosting numerous manufacturing and processing units. Such incidents raise concerns about safety protocols and regulatory compliance within industrial zones.