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Chinese factory goes up in flames, 36 dead

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3 years ago

November 22, 2022

Costa Haritos

In China, a factory fire has left 36 people dead.

It’s the latest in a string of fatal accidents to hit the country in recent years.

State media reports two people are missing and others are being treated for minor injuries.

The fire occurred in the Henan province in the east of the country.

Firefighters spent nearly seven hours putting out the blaze.

It’s understood a number of suspects have been detained in connection to the incident.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.