Massive Explosion, Fire Shuts Down Fertilizer Plant

The fire occurred in the gas vessel of the ammonia unit.

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The Fauji Fertilizer Company Ltd (FFC) shut down a production plant in Mirpur Mathelo, in the Ghotki district in Sindh, Pakistan, after it was engulfed in flames following a massive explosion July 3.

The fire was extinguished and no injuries were reported. 

The fire occurred in the gas vessel of the ammonia unit. An investigation was underway.

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