Vijayawada: A tank exploded at a biodiesel bunk in Rentachintala Mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, on Sunday, triggering a major fire and drawing an immediate response from fire services and local police.
The blast occurred at Paluvai Junction, sending flames high into the air. Firefighters and police quickly arrived and began dousing the flames to contain the blaze.
Officials try to control Rentachintala biodiesel bunk fire
Fire crews battled thick smoke and intense flames, which disrupted traffic and alarmed nearby residents. The cause of the explosion remains unknown, but no casualties have been reported.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation and plan to launch an investigation into what caused the blast.