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Fire at a shoe factory kills 28 in one of China's deadliest blazes in recent years
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· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Others were confirmed dead after being reported missing. In China, a major fire incident has occurred.
In China, a major fire incident has occurred. Details about the cause are not yet available. The city of Jinjiang, a key manufacturing area, was affected. Many workers were present when the fire started.
A total of 28 people lost their lives. Rescue efforts were undertaken, with some individuals taken to hospital. Others were confirmed dead after being reported missing.
Further information about this incident can be found through the official Xinhua News Agency. Chinese authorities are investigating the matter, with the president calling for a thorough inquiry and accountability.
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Category: safety Published: July 9, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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