Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people
A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report.
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A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 26 people and injured 61, state media report.
An explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan province, China, resulted in at least 26 fatalities and 61 injuries. The incident occurred at the Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Co., leading to the collapse of structures and complicating rescue operations. President Xi Jinping has called for a thorough investigation and improved safety measures in key industries.
A blast at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan province, China, resulted in at least 26 deaths and 61 injuries. The explosion occurred at the Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Co., prompting authorities to halt all fireworks production in the area. President Xi Jinping has ordered a thorough investigation into the incident.
An explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan province, China, resulted in at least 26 fatalities and 61 injuries. The incident occurred at the Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing ... ., leading to the collapse of structures and complicating rescue operations. President Xi Jinping has called for a thorough investigation and improved safety measures in key industries.
An explosion at a fireworks plant ... Liuyang, Hunan province, China, resulted in at least 26 fatalities and 61 injuries. The incident occurred at the Huasheng Fireworks ... ., prompting President Xi Jinping to order a thorough investigation and improved safety measures in key industries.
An explosion at a fireworks plant ... Liuyang, Hunan province, China, resulted in at least 26 fatalities and 61 injuries. The incident occurred at the Huasheng Fireworks ... ., leading to the collapse of structures and complicating rescue operations. President Xi Jinping has called for a thorough investigation and improved safety measures in key industries.
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