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Kasaragod fireworks accident: Over 150 people injured, including 8 critically, in a fireworks accident during the Kasaragod temple festival. Full details and safety concerns here.
Fireworks Accident at Kasaragod Temple
More than 150 people, including eight critically injured, were caught in a tragic fireworks accident during a temple festival near Neeleswaram, Kerala. The accident took place late Monday night near Veerarkavu Temple when a storage facility caught fire, causing injuries across the festival grounds.
Emergency Response and Injuries
Injured individuals have been transported to hospitals in Kasaragod, Kannur, and Mangaluru, with district officials on site managing the response. The tragic incident has led local authorities to investigate safety protocols surrounding the fireworks storage facility to prevent future accidents.
Investigation Underway Following Tragic Kasaragod Fireworks Accident
The district administration, including the collector and police chief, has launched an investigation to uncover what led to the explosion. The public calls for greater safety measures at festivals to protect attendees from similar tragedies.
