NewsIndiaBlast at Visakhapatnam oil refinery sends flames soaring, thick smoke engulfs area A major explosion was reported at an oil refinery in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, with massive flames and thick smoke engulfing the area.Blast at Visakhapatnam oil refinery sends flames soaring, thick smoke engulfs areaNov 2, 2026 22:54 ISTA major explosion was reported at an oil refinery in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, triggering alarm among residents in the surrounding areas.Visuals from the site showed flames shooting high into the air, while thick plumes of smoke engulfed the area. Residents were left alarmed as the fire raged at the refinery.Further details, including the cause of the explosion and whether anyone was injured, are awaited.- Ends