A fire broke out at East India Petroleum Chemicals Limited in Visakhapatnam after a lightning strike ignited a methanol storage tanker. The Indian Navy deployed a Seaking helicopter for aerial firefighting, effectively controlling the blaze with no reported casualties. While the incident highlighted rapid emergency response, it has reignited concerns over industrial safety in the region, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures and infrastructure against natural hazards. This situation underscores the importance of stringent safety protocols in chemical storage facilities, especially in coastal areas vulnerable to extreme weather events, to protect both workers and the surrounding community.