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Chemical plant explosion in China kills 11
Explosions ripped through a chemical plant today in southwest China, killing at least 11 people, injuring dozens and forcing the evacuation of thousands of nearby residents, the official Xinhua News Agency said.
The first explosion occurred at around 6 a.m. in Yizhou city in Guangxi province, Xinhua said. Eight people were reported missing following the accident and another 57 people injured.
The explosions continued until 1 p.m., spreading fire over a nearly 108,000-square-foot area, Xinhua said, citing an unidentified firefighter in the rescue operation.
— Associated Press
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