India: Factory fire in Industrial Development Area, Bollaram, Telangana, May 4, kills at least one person

Event

At least one worker has died due to a steel factory fire in the Bollaram Industrial Development Area of Sangareddy District, Telangana State, May 4. Local reports indicate the blaze was caused by a boiler explosion. The incident has also injured at least three other workers; the casualty count may rise in the coming hours. There are no immediate reports of damage to other compounds.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area due to the emergency response. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations and business closures in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.

The incident site is approximately 23 km (14.3 miles) northwest of Hyderabad.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors if smoke is heavy, especially if suffering from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.