Transformer explosion kills one
A transformer explosion during excavation in Hyderabad killed one, sparking safety concerns among locals.
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India, Hyderabad: A tragic accident occurred in Kushaiguda Industrial Area, Hyderabad, where a power transformer exploded near an electricity pole during excavation work, resulting in the death of one person.
According to reports, a short circuit in the earthing wire during digging triggered the powerful blast, causing the transformer to explode. The impact was fatal for a worker nearby, leading to panic among residents who immediately alerted authorities.
Police and electricity department officials arrived at the scene and have launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.
Concerned locals have raised alarms over poor electrical infrastructure maintenance and are urging officials to enforce stricter safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
Source: munsifdaily.com
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