Terrifying CCTV footage of a massive oxygen tanker explosion in Gwalior has surfaced today, November 14, capturing the shocking moment when a powerful blast sent a huge fireball into the air and shook an entire industrial premises. The incident took place on Friday, November 13, at a factory in the Pinto Park Industrial Area of Madhya Pradesh.
CCTV Captures The Terrifying Moment
The newly surfaced CCTV footage shows the intensity of the explosion at the premises of Shiva Compressed Air Products factory. In one clip, a massive fireball can be seen rising into the air moments after the blast. Another recording captures the factory’s boundary wall shaking violently as thick smoke spreads across the area.
The explosion was so powerful that the oxygen tanker was completely destroyed. A truck parked nearby was also severely damaged, while several trees were uprooted due to the impact.
Nearby Buildings Also Suffer Damage
According to police officials, the blast occurred on Friday afternoon in the jurisdiction of Maharajpura police station. The impact was felt across nearby residential and industrial areas.
Several nearby houses and industrial units reportedly suffered damage, with walls developing cracks and windowpanes shattering. At a neighbouring automobile parts factory, glass panes were also reportedly broken following the explosion.
No Casualties Reported, Investigation Underway
Despite the intensity of the explosion, no casualties or injuries have been reported so far. Reports indicate that most factory workers had left for Diwali holidays, leaving fewer people present at the premises when the incident occurred.
Gwalior in-charge Superintendent of Police Shrutikirti Somvanshi confirmed that a police team was dispatched after receiving information about the explosion.
The exact cause of the blast remains unknown. Police are investigating the incident to determine what led to the explosion.
The shocking CCTV visuals have now raised fresh concerns over industrial safety, particularly involving oxygen tankers and gas-handling facilities located close to residential areas.