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Palghar Explosion: A massive explosion took place at a chemical factory in Maharashtra's Palghar district, claiming one worker's life and leaving four others injured. Officials on Friday said one worker was killed and four others sustained injuries in an explosion at the factory.

The Limbani Salt Industries was rocked after the explosion around 7.30 pm on Thursday, creating panic in the locality.

Vivekanand Kadam, chief of the Palghar District Disaster Management Cell said five workers were present at the site during the mixing of metal and acid, a highly reactive process that triggered an explosion.

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The fire brigade units and disaster management teams arrived at the spot and launched an operation to douse the flames. The official said the situation was brought under control soon after the blast.

"One of the workers was killed on the spot, while two others sustained extensive burns and were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they are undergoing critical care. Two more workers stationed a little farther escaped with minor injuries, and their condition is said to be stable," the official said.

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Upon receiving information regarding the explosion, the emergency teams, including the fire brigade and disaster management personnel, quickly reached the site and brought the situation under control.

The local police started an investigation into the incident. The official said an offence is likely to be registered after the authorities file a report.

The official said two others suffered severe burn injuries and were immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where they were receiving critical care, Kadam said.

(With PTI inputs)