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Explosion at a chemical plant in northern China | Font: EFE Reference

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BUT burst It happened on Monday at a chemical plant in northern China, official media said, adding that so far only property damage has been caused.

The incident took place in Taiyuan, the provincial capital Shanxiaccording to the official provincial newspaper Dahebaowith reference to the authorities.

Based on the videos posted on social networks, A fire broke out in the industrial zone, raising thick gray smoke into the sky.

“Employees went to the place, the fire was extinguished, the number victimsThis was reported by the Dahebao newspaper on the Weibo social network, citing authorities.

According to residents interviewed local mediathe explosion occurred around 17:25 (09:25 GMT), and several people were injured by broken glass.

According to Dahebao, a plant called Jiangyang already had an explosion in September 2021.

AT China Industrial accidents happen frequently, often due to non-compliance with safety regulations.

AFP


Source: RPP

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