26 Apr 2024 | 02:13 PM UTC
India: Authorities responding to fire near Shadnagar on afternoon of April 26
Officials responding to fire at Alwyn Pharma in Nandigama Mandal Center near Shadnagar, India, afternoon of April 26.
Authorities responding to a fire at the Alwyn Pharma building in Shadnagar on April 26. Initial sources indicate there were 50 employees within the premises when the incident began. Officials have evacuated at least ten employees and are continuing rescue operations. Further information will be provided in the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles, including the nearby National Highway 44. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation orders.
