Fatal Fire Breaks Out at Pharma City Chemical Plant Near Vizag

Visakhapatnam, June 23: Two people were killed after a fire broke out at a chemical factory located in Pharma City near Visakhapatnam, officials said on Monday.

The incident occurred at a manufacturing unit within the industrial zone, leading to an emergency response by fire services and other rescue teams. Efforts were made to bring the blaze under control and prevent it from spreading to nearby facilities.

Authorities confirmed that two fatalities were reported in the incident, while further details regarding injuries or the exact cause of the fire are yet to be officially released. An investigation has been initiated to determine the circumstances that led to the accident.

Emergency teams were deployed immediately, and safety measures were intensified in surrounding industrial units as a precautionary step.

Officials said a detailed probe will be conducted to assess compliance with safety norms and prevent such incidents in the future.

The situation is now under control, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.