Andhra Pradesh Factory Blast: Death Toll Reaches 22

The death toll in the cracker unit blast in Kakinada district has climbed to 22, officials said today. DM&HO J Narasimha Nayak confirmed one more death on Sunday night. The February 28 explosion at a licensed fireworks unit killed 20 people, including nine women, and left nine injured. Four to five victims remain critical with severe burns.