🚨 A deadly explosion at a fireworks shop in Hubei Province has claimed 12 lives, local authorities confirmed Wednesday. The blast rocked Zhengji Town in Xiangyang City around 2 p.m., igniting a fire that spread across 50 square meters before being extinguished by 3:30 p.m.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene, where all victims were pronounced dead. Investigators are now working to determine the cause of the tragedy, which has left the community in shock. 🕵️♂️💔
Fireworks safety regulations in the Chinese mainland have seen increased scrutiny in recent years, particularly ahead of Lunar New Year celebrations. This incident marks one of the deadliest retail-related explosions this year.
