China: 21 killed, several injured in blast at firework factory in Liuyang

Beijing: A powerful explosion at a fireworks production facility in central China has claimed the lives of at least 21 people, while injuring more than 60 others, PTI reported citing state media reports on Tuesday. The incident occurred on Monday evening at around 5 pm in Liuyang, a city in Hunan province known for its fireworks industry. The blast took place at a factory operated by Liuyang Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Co, located in Guandu township. Emergency responders, including fire and rescue teams, were quickly sent to the scene following the explosion. Authorities worked to control the situation and…