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Gas explosion at barbecue restaurant in China’s Yinchuan kills 31, says Xinhua news agency

The blast, that happened on Wednesday, was caused by a leaking liquefied petroleum gas tank at the restaurant, Xinhua reported.

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Beijing: A gas explosion at a barbecue restaurant on Wednesday night in China’s northwestern Ningxia region killed 31, according to state-run Xinhua news agency.

The blast in Yinchuan, capital of Ningxia region, was caused by a leaking liquefied petroleum gas tank at the restaurant, Xinhua reported on Thursday.

Seven people were still undergoing treatment for burns and cuts from broken glass, according to Xinhua.

(Reporting by Ryan Woo; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)

Disclaimer: This report is auto generated from the Reuters news service. ThePrint holds no responsibilty for its content.


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