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China Tianjin blast: Petrol storage station explodes | |
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A massive explosion has hit China's northern port city of Tianjin, reportedly injuring scores of people. | |
According to Chinese state media, the explosion occurred when a shipment of explosives blew up at about 23:30 (16:30 GMT). | |
Pictures and video shared on social media showed flames lighting up the sky and damage to nearby buildings. | |
At least 50 people have been admitted to hospital, according to state news agency Xinhua. | |
It added that a fire started by the explosion was "under control" but said two firefighters were missing. | |
Several nearby tower blocks are without power, reported the Chinese state broadcaster CCTV. | |
Ms Yang, an eyewitness, told local media she was out shopping when "suddenly from behind there was a big fireball and explosion". | |
"At the time of the explosion the ground was shaking fiercely, nearby cars and buildings were shaking, a few buildings' glass all broke and everyone started to run," she said. | |
"Now all the residents are gathered in the street." | |
Tianjin is a major port and industrial area to the south-east of the Chinese capital, Beijing, and home to 7.5 million people. | |
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