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Jodhpur Chemical Factory Fire: 14 Firefighters Burnt, 4 Critical After Explosion
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News18•23-09-2026, 23:35
Jodhpur Chemical Factory Fire: 14 Firefighters Burnt, 4 Critical After Explosion
- •A massive fire erupted Wednesday evening at a handicraft and chemical factory in Ganesh Colony, Basni area of Jodhpur.
- •During firefighting efforts, a chemical drum exploded, injuring 14 firefighters who were rushed to AIIMS Jodhpur.
- •Due to the lack of a Burn Unit at AIIMS, 12 severely burnt employees were referred to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital; 4 remain critical.
- •Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia stated that flammable chemicals and thinner were stored illegally in the factory.
- •Authorities are preparing to take strict action against those who neglected safety standards and violated regulations.
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A massive fire broke out due to flammable chemicals and thinner stored inside a locked handicraft factory. During firefighting operations, a heavy stone fell from the roof onto a chemical drum below, triggering a massive blast that severely burned 14 firefighters.
A total of 14 firefighters were burnt during the rescue operations when a chemical drum exploded after being struck by a falling roof stone.
Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia stated that the handicraft factory was illegally storing flammable chemicals and thinner. The administration is conducting a thorough investigation regarding ownership and permissions, and is preparing to take strict action against those who neglected safety standards.
