The explosion occurred when some chemicals were being mixed to produce fireworks at the unit in Acchankulam village, they said, adding the injured had been hospitalised. (Photo | EPS) 
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Major blast at firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu: 13 dead, 20+ injured

Of the 13, nine bodies were recovered in a charred condition from the spot and two people died at the Sattur Government Hospital

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