Massive fire breaks out at chemical factory in Navi Mumbai

Firefighters rushed to control the blaze at chemical factory in MIDC industrial area in Navi Mumbai.

Published on: Jan 4, 2024, 09:17:52 IST

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A massive fire erupted at a chemical factory in Navi Mumbai Thursday morning, sending thick plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky. Multiple fire tenders rushed to the scene to bring the inferno under control.

Fire in a chemical factory in Navi Mumbai. (Hindustan Times / Bachchan Kumar)

Thane Municipal Corporation's disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi said that the fire broke out at 7.35 am at Mehk Chemicals Pvt Ltd in Pawane industrial area.

Six fire engines from Airoli, Koparkhairne, Vashi, CBD Belapur and Nerul were rushed to the spot.

The blaze was brought under control by 10.40 am, the official said, adding that cooling operation was currently underway.

No injuries have been reported so far.

Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the fire yet.

(This is a developing story…please check back for updates)

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