China: Explosion at chemical plant kills 19, injures 12

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An explosion at a chemical plant in China has killed 19 and injured 12, authorities said today, the latest industrial accident in a country where lax regulations often lead to tragedy.

Officials are yet to identify the cause of the blast occurred last night at an industrial park in Sichuan province’s Yibin city.

Injured are in stable condition and investigation has begun.