SUNGAI PETANI: A policeman was among 10 people injured in a fireworks explosion during a Thaipusam chariot procession this evening.
The 8.40pm incident occurred in Jalan Pekan Lama when a group of devotees was ushering a chariot traveling from Sri Subramaniam Swami Temple towards Jalan Pasar.
The fireworks base exploded shortly after it was lit up, injuring the devotees and a policeman who was monitoring the procession.
The victims were rushed to Sultan Abdul Halim Hospital for treatment.
Videos of people scrambling for safety following the explosion are circulating on social media.
Some of the injured victims were seen sitting by the roadside at the scene while waiting for their turn to be taken to the hospital.
Kuala Muda police confirmed the incident and said the investigation is underway.