CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Major Explosion Rattles China’s Hebei Province || GOA365

In a tragic incident in the Hebei Province of China, a gas explosion at a restaurant in Yanjiao has left two people dead and 22 others injured. The blast occurred in an old residential complex, causing extensive damage to the building and nearby vehicles.

According to official reports, the explosion is suspected to have been triggered by a gas leak from a fried chicken shop in the township, located on the outskirts of Beijing. The incident took place at around 7:55 am local time, during the morning rush hour.

Videos circulating online capture the devastating aftermath, with a massive plume of blue smoke, damaged cars, and debris scattered on the ground. Local authorities have launched an investigation team and are actively engaged in rescue operations.

The restaurant, situated on the ground floor of an old residential complex, bore the brunt of the explosion. Streets in the vicinity were cordoned off by the police, redirecting people away from the scene. Firefighters and rescue teams rushed to the area to control the situation.

Preliminary reports suggest that the blast was likely caused by a gas leak, leading to a suspected gas explosion. The gravity of the incident prompted authorities to take swift action, emphasizing the need for safety measures in such densely populated areas.