Mumbai: A massive boiler blast at a chemical company in Dombivli, Thane district, Maharashtra, claimed the lives of four people and injured multiple others on Thursday afternoon. The number of injured may rise as many workers and residents remain trapped in the factory located in Dombivli’s MIDC phase-2 region.
The injured have been transported to Neptune Hospital and AIMS Hospital in MIDC for treatment.
The explosion’s impact resonated several kilometers away. Upon receiving the information, a swift response was initiated, with a total of eight fire brigade vehicles dispatched to the scene, according to fire department officials.
The affected company is situated in Phase Two of the MIDC area. Emergency services are actively working to control the blaze and ensure safety.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis responded to the incident of the boiler explosion at Amudan Chemical Company in Dombivli MIDC, describing it as tragic. Fadnavis reported that 8 people have been suspended and arrangements have been made to treat the injured, with additional ambulances prepared. He also mentioned discussing the situation with the Collector, who was en route to the scene within 10 minutes. Furthermore, Fadnavis stated that teams from NDRF, TDRF, and the fire brigade had been summoned to provide assistance.
“The incident of boiler explosion at Amudan Chemical Company in Dombivli MIDC is tragic. 8 people have been suspended. Arrangements have been made to treat the injured and more ambulances have been kept ready. I have discussed with the Collector and he is also reaching the spot within 10 minutes. Teams of NDRF, TDRF, fire brigade have been called,” Fadnavis said in a post on X.
Further details are awaited.
