Visakhapatnam, June 8: At least 8 workers died and several others suffered critical burn injuries after a ladle carrying molten steel exploded at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh on Monday.
The accident occurred at the SMS-2 and STC-3 heat facility of the steel plant when a large quantity of molten steel leaked following the explosion of the ladle, which was carrying hot molten steel.
The explosion triggered panic at the facility, forcing workers and employees to scramble for safety. Safty personnel rushed to the spot and began efforts to bring the fire under control.
Confirming the incident, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Circle Inspector Kesav Rao said that eight workers lost their lives and several others sustained injuries after the molten steel leak caused by the explosion.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the accident. The Chief Minister spoke to officials regarding the incident and conveyed deep sorrow over the deaths of the workers.
Officials briefed Chandrababu Naidu on the current situation and the relief measures being undertaken.
The Chief Minister directed officials to take supportive measures in coordination with all departments to assist those affected by the accident.
