INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Tata Electronics factory in Hosur where a fire broke out last week.2 min read Last Updated : Oct 03 2024 | 11:55 AM IST
Tata
Electronics said on Thursday that it will resume some operations at its fire-damaged plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, which produces components
"We have been working diligently since Saturday to identify the cause of the fire at our Hosur facility," a company spokesperson told
Reuters.
The fire occurred on Saturday morning
Locals reported being awakened by a loud explosion, followed by a fire at the facility
The unit, located in Krishnagiri district, was cordoned off after the incident
All workers were safely evacuated, officials confirmed.
Videos emerged showing thick clouds of smoke billowing from the scene
Following the incident, some employees experienced respiratory issues and were taken to a private hospital
The facility is located about two and a half hours from Bengaluru.
Approximately 10-12 fire trucks were deployed to control the blaze,
which took several hours to contain
High-profile officials, including members of the legislative assembly (MLAs) and senior government officials, were seen assessing the
situation.
"Our emergency protocols at the plant ensured that all our employees are safe," a company spokesperson said, adding that the
It was reported that employees' mobile phones were lost in the fire.
Initial findings suggest the fire began in an area where chemicals
Some employees speculated that a short circuit might also have triggered the blaze.First Published: Oct 03 2024 | 11:55 AMIST
