A 60-year-old farmer lost his life in a tragic fire accident in Guravayapalem village near Narasaraopet after he got trapped in a sudden blaze while burning corn crop residue in his field. The incident occurred on [date not specified], sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Incident
The deceased, identified as V Rama Rao, a resident of the village, had recently harvested his maize crop and went to the field to burn the leftover agricultural waste, according to locals. Witnesses reported that the flames spread uncontrollably within seconds due to strong winds and dry weather conditions. The fire quickly engulfed the area, leaving Rama Rao with little time to escape.
Villagers who noticed the smoke rushed to the spot, but by the time they arrived, he had suffered severe burns and succumbed to his injuries. The incident plunged Guravayapalem into grief, with family members and fellow farmers mourning the loss. Police and revenue officials have initiated an inquiry into the matter.
Dangers of Burning Agricultural Waste
Locals emphasized that the accident underscores the dangers of burning dry agricultural residue during peak summer, especially under windy conditions. They urged authorities to create awareness about safer alternatives for disposing of crop residue.
About the Author
Venu Lanka is a special correspondent at The Times of India-Vijayawada. He covers developments related to VMC/APCRDA, Janasena, education, health, endowments, and agriculture-related stories. He holds two graduate degrees, one in business management and another in law, and completed his post-graduation in journalism and mass communication, apart from completing short-term courses.
