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Smoke and destruction: Deadly explosion rocks China apartment building

Last updated on - May 23, 2024, 17:17 IST

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Explosion in Harbin

A tragic explosion rattled a five-story apartment building in Harbin, northeastern China causing destruction and chaos. (Photo: AP)

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Smoke from the fire

Smoke was seen rising from the explosion at the apartment building in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China, in a screengrab taken from a dashcam video. (Photo: Reuters)

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One dead, several injured

The explosion claimed the life of one person and leaving at least three others injured, state media reported on Thursday. (Photo: Reuters)

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Damage to structure

Videos circulating on social media show scenes of destruction, with parts of the Harbin apartment building visibly damaged and one balcony entirely blown off in the explosion. (Photo: PTI)

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Cause of the explosion

Preliminary evaluations indicate that the explosion, which occurred around 7 am., likely originated from a natural gas tank on the premises. (Photo: Reuters)

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Debris everywhere

Videos capturing the aftermath of the explosion revealed a chaotic scene as first responders swiftly evacuated injured individuals, transporting them to waiting ambulances. Debris littered the streets, serving as a grim reminder of the destructive force of the blast. (Photo: Reuters)

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Rescue operations

Firefighters responded to the explosion at the apartment building in Harbin, Heilongjiang, China for rescue and relief operations. (Photo: Reuters)

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Gas explosions in China: A frequent occurrence

Gas explosions occur frequently in China. In March, a suspected gas leak triggered a massive explosion at a restaurant in the northern province of Hebei, killing two people and injuring 26. The blast ripped facades from buildings and severely damaged cars. (Reuters)

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