A major fire broke out at the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) refinery in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on the night of November 2, 2026. Thick smoke and flames were reported near an oil storage tank, triggering concern in nearby industrial areas. Reports of an explosion are still being examined, and the exact cause remains unknown. The Economic Times+2
Authorities have not yet confirmed the number of casualties, the extent of the damage or whether refinery operations have been affected. Emergency response details are still emerging, and further updates are awaited from HPCL and local officials. The Economic Times+1
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