India, Jan. 8 -- A massive fire broke out at a chemical factory -- Pacific Organics Pvt Ltd -- located in the Badlapur MIDC area, at around 7:30 pm, on Wednesday. Local residents said they heard nearly 10 to 12 loud explosions, followed by huge flames rising from the blast site, which caused panic in the surrounding area.

No injuries or casualties have been reported in the incident so far.

The staff from the factory immediately alerted the Badlapur Fire Station, and subsequently escaped to safety, preventing any loss of life, said a fire official. As many as seven fire engines were rushed to the spot to bring the blaze under control. Firefighting operations were underway till the time of going to press.

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