SALEM: An explosion at a firecracker unit in Elama Coundanur village in Salem district of Tamil Nadu killed four people and grievously injured two. The injured were rushed to a hospital and their condition was said to be unstable. Police said the six workers were involved in packing country-made firecrackers that were mainly used in temple festivals. Revenue officials who conducted an inspection of the spot said the cause of the explosion is unknown. Officials are investigating whether the unit had a license and if all safety measures were taken.
