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Reactor Explosion

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A 35-year-old chemist died after a fire broke out following a reactor explosion at a pharmaceutical manufacturing, the incident happened as chemical drums were being loaded during routine operations. According to reports a sudden chemical reaction occurred in one of the drums and triggered the explosion. The blast led the chemicals stored inside the drums to flow out of the lab, leaving a strong smell emanating from the company’s premises.

An investigation is underway to examine whether safety protocols were followed and if any negligence contributed to the accident.