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Epoch Times
6 days ago
- Epoch Times
Locals Question Death Toll After Chemical Blast in Eastern China
An explosion at a chemical plant in eastern China's Shandong province on May 27 killed at least five people, injured 19, and left six others missing, according to official reports. However, Chinese authorities have a history of underreporting major accidents, often due to concerns that local officials could face disciplinary action if casualty numbers surpass certain thresholds. The blast occurred at the Gaomi Youdao Chemical Co. plant in Weifang, Shandong Province. Locals told the Chinese edition of The Epoch Times they believe the true death toll is significantly higher than reported. Videos circulating online showed extensive damage to nearby buildings and large plumes of smoke rising from the site.
News18
27-05-2025
- General
- News18
Huge Blast Hits Chemical Plant In China's Shandong, Over 230 Firefighters Deployed
Last Updated: China Chemical Plant Explosion: The explosion was so strong that it shattered windows at a warehouse more than three kilometres from the factory China Chemical Plant Explosion: A powerful explosion rocked a chemical plant in eastern China's Shandong province on Tuesday, according to state broadcaster CCTV. The blast occurred at Gaomi Youdao Chemical Co., located in an industrial park in Weifang city. There were no immediate reports of casualties, and rescue operations are ongoing. The plant produces pesticides and chemicals used in medicine and employs over 500 people, according to company registration records. The cause of the explosion has not yet been confirmed. The explosion was so strong that it shattered windows at a warehouse more than three kilometres from the factory. A local resident, who spoke anonymously, said his home shook from the blast and he saw a large column of black smoke rising from the site, even though he lived more than seven kilometres away. Footage showing thick black smoke rising from the area was widely shared on social media platform X. An #explosion hit a chemical company in Gaomi, #Shandong Province, around 11:57 am today. Emergency crews are on-site. — Shanghai Daily (@shanghaidaily) May 27, 2025 In response to the incident, China's Ministry of Emergency Management quickly sent a work team along with specialists — including firefighters, medical experts, and safety officials — to assist in the rescue efforts. More than 230 firefighters have been deployed to the scene, according to CCTV. Authorities have not yet confirmed if there were any injuries or fatalities. Location : China First Published: May 27, 2025, 15:26 IST
