Eight killed in explosion at Biotech factory in Northern China
An explosion at a biotechnology factory in northern China has left eight people dead, according to local authorities, highlighting ongoing concerns over industrial safety in the region.
The incident occurred on Saturday at a production workshop operated by Jiapeng Biotech in Shanyin County, located in Shuozhou City, Shanxi Province. Emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene following the blast.
Officials confirmed that eight fatalities had been recorded by Sunday morning, revising an earlier toll that initially reported fewer casualties. No additional information was provided regarding possible injuries or missing persons.
Authorities have taken the company’s legal representative into custody as part of preliminary measures. An official investigation team has been established to determine the cause of the explosion and to assess whether safety regulations were violated.
Industrial accidents remain a recurring issue in China, particularly in manufacturing and chemical-related sectors, prompting renewed calls for stricter oversight and enforcement of workplace safety standards.
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