Massive ONGC Oil Well Blast in Andhra Pradesh, Villages Evacuated Amid Sky-High Flames

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News18•05-01-2026, 16:33
Massive ONGC Oil Well Blast in Andhra Pradesh, Villages Evacuated Amid Sky-High Flames
- •A massive blast and fire erupted at an ONGC oil well in Irumusanda village, Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, during repair work.
- •A severe gas leak led to sky-high flames and plumes of smoke, causing widespread panic among villagers.
- •Three nearby villages were evacuated, electricity was cut off, and residents were advised against using gas or electricity.
- •ONGC expert teams and the fire brigade are on site, attempting to control the blowout and extinguish the fire.
- •No casualties have been reported yet, but the situation remains tense due to high gas pressure in the Krishna Godavari Basin.
Why It Matters: ONGC oil well blast in Andhra Pradesh leads to evacuations; experts battle massive fire.
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