Haldia Refinery Fire Injures 20 Workers After Naphtha Pipeline Blast

INDIA – (Web Desk) – At least 20 people were injured on Tuesday morning after a sudden fire broke out at the Haldia refinery in West Bengal, sending thick black smoke rising over the area. The blaze started in a pipeline carrying naphtha, a highly flammable liquid fuel, and quickly turned into a dangerous situation for everyone nearby.

The fire began sometime between 4:00 am and 5:00 am local time, catching workers off guard during the early morning hours. According to local broadcaster NDTV, the flames were so intense that several employees working in the area suffered serious burn injuries.

As soon as news of the fire spread, local residents and refinery staff rushed to the scene to help. The injured were quickly taken to Haldia Sub-divisional Hospital, where some are said to be in critical condition.

Factory officials have not yet confirmed what exactly caused the fire. However, Haldia Petrochemicals released a statement suggesting the blaze may have started near an unauthorised naphtha theft point close to the plant.

Several workers were injured after a major fire broke out in a naphtha pipeline at the Haldia Refinery in West Bengal’s Purba Medinipur district early on Tuesday, officials said.

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In their statement, the company confirmed the incident and said a few people had reportedly been injured. They added that the exact cause is still under investigation, and they have already warned nearby communities to stay away from unauthorised access points around petroleum products.

It remains unclear whether the fire has disrupted regular operations at the refinery, as authorities continue to assess the damage and investigate the source of the blast.