At least 21 people have died and 61 others were injured after a fireworks factory went up in flames in Liuyang, a county‑level city under Changsha, the capital of central China’s Hunan Province, on Monday. 😢
Emergency crews rushed to the heavily damaged site, pulling survivors from the rubble and transporting the wounded to nearby hospitals. Rescuers are still searching for any remaining victims as the investigation into the cause of the blast continues. 🚒
Local authorities have promised full support for the families affected and a thorough safety review of fireworks production facilities in the region. 🌟
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Casualties reported after fireworks plant explosion in central China
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