Factory explosion occurs in Baotou, north China's Inner Mongolia

Xinhua
18 Jan 2026, 14:45 GMT+10

HOHHOT, Jan. 18 (Xinhua) -- An explosion occurred at a factory in western Baotou City, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, at around 3 p.m. Sunday, local authorities said.

The blast caused noticeable tremors in its surrounding areas. Casualties remain unclear as rescue operations are underway.

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