Palghar steel plant blast injures 2, warning alarm helps avert major tragedy

A major blast occurred at Viraj Profiles SMS in Tarapur industrial area Monday morning. Two workers sustained injuries during the steel melting furnace incident. One worker received hospital treatment for burn injuries, while another got first aid. A warning alarm sounded two minutes before the blast, allowing most workers to evacuate. Authorities are investigating the exact cause and assessing damage to nearby factories.