Surat, November 29: A major fire incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday at Ather Industries Limited's Sachin facility in Surat, leaving 24 workers injured. The fire reportedly broke out due to a blast in the company's storage tank, which houses flammable chemicals.
According to eyewitnesses, the blast occurred at around 2:00 AM, causing widespread panic among the employees. The fire quickly engulfed the facility, and a stampede ensued as workers rushed to escape the inferno.
Prompt Fire Response and Rescue Efforts
The Surat Fire and Emergency Services department received a distress call promptly and immediately dispatched fire tenders to the site. The firefighters battled the raging flames for several hours, bringing the blaze under control by the morning.
Casualty Updates and Investigation
Twenty-four workers sustained burn injuries of varying severity in the fire incident. They were rushed to nearby hospitals for medical attention. Some of the critically injured workers were transferred to specialized burn care facilities.
According to Chief Fire Officer Basant Parikh, the cause of the fire is still under investigation. However, preliminary reports suggest that a leakage in the storage tank led to the explosion.
Safety Concerns and Aftermath
The fire at Ather Industries Limited has raised concerns about safety protocols and infrastructure at chemical manufacturing facilities. Authorities have initiated an inspection of similar establishments to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
The fire incident has caused significant damage to the Ather Industries Limited facility. The company has temporarily suspended operations at the site and is assessing the extent of losses.
