Boisar, Maharashtra, December 30: (IMAGE – PTI)
Late Monday night, a massive fire destroyed two chemical factories in the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) area of Boisar. The fire, which started around 10:30 PM, sent shockwaves through the industrial hub. Firefighters, emergency personnel, and local police were quick to respond, working tirelessly to control the blaze and evacuate the area. While no casualties have been reported yet, the financial and environmental damage is expected to be severe.
Initial reports indicate that the fire started in one factory, probably because of a chemical reaction, and quickly moved to the next building because of flammable items kept there. People nearby heard loud explosions, and the fire was visible from miles away. Officials are looking into the exact reason for the fire, and firefighters are still working to put it out.
Talking about the event, the head of the Boisar fire department said, “Our teams are working hard to put out the fire. Early checks suggest it was caused by a chemical accident, but we will look into it more closely. Luckily, workers and people living nearby were moved to safety in time.” Boisar MIDC has many chemical factories, which is why fires happen there often.
Previous events in the area have shown weaknesses in safety rules and the importance of strict actions to avoid such tragedies. Experts say that poor storage of dangerous materials and old equipment in many factories raise the chances of fires. Authorities responsible for safety have been criticized for not doing enough inspections and not enforcing safety rules properly.
This event highlights the immediate need for complete changes in workplace safety. Officials have promised a detailed investigation and said they will enforce tougher safety rules. In the future, regular safety checks, updated equipment, and better emergency plans can reduce these dangers, keeping workers and the nearby community safe.
- BY – NIKTA