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Five killed in Gujarat reactor blast, gas leak creates dust-filled haze
✍️ NDTV
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM
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A reactor explosion in Gujarat has killed five people and released a gas that has shrouded the surrounding area in dust and haze, officials said.
A reactor blast erupted in Gujarat, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The explosion was powerful enough to cause a sudden release of hazardous gas, prompting immediate concern among local residents.
The leaked gas formed a dense cloud of dust and haze that spread across the nearby area, reducing visibility and raising health alarms. Emergency teams were dispatched to contain the leak and provide assistance to those affected.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and to assess the safety of the facility. Relief efforts are underway, with medical personnel attending to the injured and families of the deceased being informed.
The leaked gas formed a dense cloud of dust and haze that spread across the nearby area, reducing visibility and raising health alarms. Emergency teams were dispatched to contain the leak and provide assistance to those affected.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and to assess the safety of the facility. Relief efforts are underway, with medical personnel attending to the injured and families of the deceased being informed.