Explosion at a Fireworks Factory in Lucknow Triggers Fatalities, Emergency Rescue Work Continues
In a tragic turn of events, a blast occurred at a firecracker factory operating within a residential house in Lucknow's Gudamba area on Sunday. The explosion caused a portion of the roof to collapse, trapping at least two individuals under the debris.
According to the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), two people were killed in the incident, and several others were injured. The ACP also confirmed that rescue operations are ongoing due to the roof collapse.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his condolences for the deaths and directed officials to rush to the site and ensure that relief and rescue operations are expedited. He also ordered swift relief and rescue measures, and rescue teams, including the fire brigade, ambulances, and local police, have been deployed to the site.
Efforts are underway to pull out those trapped, and rescue operations are ongoing. The Chief Minister also emphasised the importance of ensuring the safety of citizens and ordered investigations into whether the firecracker unit was functioning with due permissions or illegally within the residential premises.
The authorities are working tirelessly to rescue the trapped individuals and provide aid to the injured. The community is urged to stay updated and follow the instructions of local authorities. Our thoughts are with the families affected by this tragic incident.
More updates will follow as information becomes available.
