A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in the city of Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh, India on Thursday morning according to local sources. The incident took place in the Parsakhera Industrial Area of Bareilly. The cause of the fire Is known to be a short circuit and there have been no reports of any casualties at this time. However; thick black smoke could be seen billowing out of the factory – six firefighters have been deployed to the scene to try and contain the blaze.
The local authorities have cordoned off the area and are urging nearby residents to keep their windows and doors closed to avoid inhaling any toxic fumes. The factory is reportedly located in a densely populated residential area which could increase the risk to local people.
The Incident has caused panic among locals, who have expressed concerns about the potential impact on their health and safety. The authorities have assured the public that they are doing everything possible to bring the situation under control and to prevent any further damage.
This is not the first time that a major fire has broken out at a chemical factory in India where lax safety standards and inadequate regulation have been blamed for a number of similar incidents in recent years. The incident that took in Bareilly is a stark and another big reminder of the need for greater investment in safety measures and stronger regulation to protect both workers and local communities.