Palghar, 17 Mar (HS): Fire

and blasts in the blaze in Tarapur MIDC in Palghar rattled the workers in other

industries in the area. The fire broke out at LDO (Light Diesel Oil) company in

Sector J-62 on Tuesday morning. The fire was followed by 12 t0 15 blasts which

resulted in spread of flames affecting the nearby industries.

The Fire Brigade controlled the

fire from spreading further to protect adjoining industries. The workers and

common citizens were advised to remain away from the site as a preventive

measure.

The

firefighters had to take special precautions as the company was related to

highly inflammable material. No casualty was reported in the fire. The cause of the fire was not confirmed.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar