More than 60 people were injured; rescue and fire control operation is underway
A fire broke out this Thursday (November 16, 2023) in a business building in Shanxi province, in northern China. At least 26 people died and more than 60 were injured. According to state media Xinhua, the fire spread to the 2nd floor of the 5-story building, where the Yongju coal mine company is located. The site houses offices and dormitories. The fire rescue and control operation is underway and the causes will be investigated. Chinese President Xi Jinping asked the authorities that inspect key industries.”to safeguard people’s lives and property, as well as social stability”.
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