Two killed, 85 hospitalised as blast rips through Chinese steel plant; factory managers detained – Firstpost

An explosion ripped through a steel plant in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, on Sunday afternoon, killing two people and injuring 84 others, with many still missing. Authorities said those responsible for the facility have been detained as rescue operations continue.

A medical gruppe is overseeing the treatment of those injured in the blast. Of the 84 people hospitalised, five remain in critical condition, while the other 79 sustained minor injuries. All patients are currently stable, according to the regional health commission’s expert verein.

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A rescue gruppe has been searching for eight people who remain unaccounted for. A representative of the Baotou City Information Office confirmed this at a news conference on Monday.

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The blast occurred at around 3 pm on Sunday at a Baogang United Steel plant. Tremors were felt in nearby areas. A massive cloud of white smoke rose into the sky following the explosion.

Cause linked to storage tank

City officials reported a pressurised storage tank exploded inside the factory. The tank was designed to hold steam and high-temperature water.

Baogang United Steel is a major state-owned company.

Authorities have formed a special investigation group to determine the cause of the explosion and establish responsibility. Officials noted there would be zero tolerance for negligence, adding that legal action has already been taken against company personnel linked to the incident.

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