VIDEO: New Germany company goes up in flames, Otto Volek Road closed
According to reports from paramedics, two people have sustained life-threatening injuries while six sustained moderate injuries.
BLACK clouds of smoke engulfed most parts of New Germany and surrounding areas following an explosion at a chemical factory on Otto Volek Road in New Germany, Pinetown on Tuesday (8 December).
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Emergency personnel have flooded the area, directing cars as fire fighters are trying to extinguish the blaze.
According to Rowan Scandroglio, Rescue Care media spokesman, two people have sustained life-threatening injuries while six sustained moderate injuries.
Explosions can still be heard metres away from the scene.
Workers from nearby companies have resorted to cutting the barbwire to escape.
A woman, who sells sweets outside the company, said she was told by someone that she needs to watch out as there was a fire inside the building.
“The next thing I heard a loud bang and ran for my life, I am also not sure if there are any people inside,” she said.
People and motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
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