Firecracker mishap in Kendrapara,10 critical

Prameyanews English

Published By : Prameya News Bureau | November 23, 2022 IST

Kendrapara, Nov 23:  At least 10 people sustained critical burn injuries following a firecracker mishap near Balia bazar in Kendrapara district under Sadar Police limit on Wednesday. Besides, more than 30 persons have been injured here who have been referred to SCB Medical College and Hospital for treatment. Sources said, the mishap occurred during a firecracker competition undertaken during the immersion ceremony of Kartikeswar at Balia bazaar. A huge quantity of firecrackers which was stocked for the ceremony and the firecracker show caught fire all of a sudden and burst among the crowd. As a result, a number of people including as many as five minors sustained burn injuries.   Being informed , police and fire service personnel rushed to the spot and initiated a rescue operation. All the injured were immediately escorted to the Kendrapara hospital for medical aid. However, a number of victims were sent to the SCB Cuttack as their health conditions turned more critical.

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