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East China pharmaceutical factory explodes, casualties unknown

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2016-10-11 09:27Xinhua Editor: Mo Hong'e ECNS App Download

An explosion occurred at a workshop of a pharmaceutical company in east China's Jinan City Monday night with casualties and environmental impacts still unknown, local sources said.

The explosion was reportedly heard around 9 p.m. near Qilu Pharmaceutical Company in Dongjia Township, said the city government, citing several hotline tips.

According to people living nearby, the explosion was felt strongly, and white powder and a burning smell filled the air.

Firefighters have rushed to the scene.

  

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