A powerful explosion occurred at the Baogang United Steel plant in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, on Sunday afternoon. The blast, which took place around 3:00 PM local time, was so strong that it caused tremors in the nearby area and sent a huge cloud of white smoke into the sky. Local authorities confirmed that the death toll has risen to four people, while 84 others have been hospitalized due to various injuries. Six people are still reported as missing, and rescue teams are working hard to find them among the wreckage.+1
The explosion happened in the steel-making department of a rare earth steel plate factory. Officials explained that a large pressurized tank, which was meant to hold steam and very hot water, exploded. The force of the blast caused parts of the factory buildings to collapse, leaving twisted metal and debris scattered across the ground. While five people are in serious condition, most of the other injured workers are stable.+2
Investigation and Safety Measures Following the Blast
In response to the tragedy, Chinese police have detained the individuals in charge of the factory as they investigate what went wrong. The government has also stopped all production at the plant and started a safety check of all similar industrial businesses in the city. Environmental experts have checked the air and soil around the site and reported that there is no dangerous pollution or environmental damage from the accident.+2
This incident has once again raised concerns about industrial safety in China, which has a history of serious factory accidents. Baogang United Steel is a major state-owned company that is famous for combining steel production with rare earth resources. Leaders from the Inner Mongolia region have arrived at the scene to oversee the rescue operations and ensure that all injured people receive the best medical care possible.+2
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