GUWAHATI: A major fire and explosion rocked the Intermediate Tank Farm (ITF) of Oil India Limited (OIL) at Tengakhat in Dibrugarh district on Friday, November 6, leaving several workers seriously injured.
ALSO READ: Shillong Among 10 Cities to Host Martin Garrix for Sunburn Arena Holi Tour
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred while workers were engaged in operating a valve at the facility. The explosion reportedly took place in the crude oil storage section of the tank farm, triggering a massive fire.
At least five injured persons have been identified as Tapas Gogoi (40) of Milan Nagar, Dibrugarh, Shailen Gogoi (45), Kumud Gogoi (38), Golap Dutta (58), and Indra Gogoi (40) all from Tengakhat.
All five injured persons have been admitted to Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH), Dibrugarh, where they are reportedly undergoing treatment in critical condition.
Meanwhile, another worker is reportedly missing after being thrown away by the force of the explosion. Efforts are awaited to ascertain his whereabouts.
The injured workers were reportedly employees of Spectron Engineers Private Limited, Mumbai, a company engaged by Oil India Limited.
Several other persons are also believed to have sustained injuries in the incident. The exact number of casualties and the circumstances leading to the explosion are yet to be officially confirmed.
Further details are awaited.
