China Fireworks Factory Blast Kills 21 Injures 61 In Massive Explosion

Post by : Bianca Haleem

A devastating explosion at a fireworks factory in Liuyang, Hunan province, China has left at least 21 people dead and 61 injured, sending shockwaves across the region. The blast occurred at a major fireworks manufacturing facility in Liuyang — widely known as China’s “fireworks capital” — causing large-scale destruction, collapsing structures, and forcing evacuations in nearby areas due to the risk from stored explosive materials.

Emergency teams, including hundreds of firefighters and rescue personnel, rushed to the scene to search for survivors and control the situation, while authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion.

Officials have warned that the death toll could rise as rescue operations continue, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in China’s fireworks and hazardous materials industry.

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May 6, 2026 6:15 p.m. 120

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