Chennai: Eight people, including five women and three men, were killed in a massive explosion in a firecracker unit in Sengamalapatti near Sivakasi in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar district. Over 10 people sustained grievous injuries and have been shifted to a hospital for treatment. 

The deceased were workers at the firecracker factory. The police and fire brigade are continuing the rescue operation.

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As per reports, seven rooms were completely gutted in the explosion. It is suspected that more workers are trapped in the unit.

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