A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory in Cherlapally in city outskirts on Tuesday evening.
The fire started around 6 pm following an explosion in the factory. Thick smoke billowed out of the factory followed by huge flames creating panic in the
surroundings. The local people rushed out of their houses fearing the fire might spread to the residential areas.
On information, the fire fighters from nearby fire stations rushed to the spot and surrounded the factory. The local police cordoned of the area.