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.

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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