Oil tanker explosion in China: Four killed, injures 50 more

Rozana Spokesman

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Four people were killed and over 50 others injured when an oil tanker exploded on expressway in East China's Zhejiang province on Saturday

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Beijing: Four people were killed and over 50 others injured when an oil tanker exploded on an expressway in East China's Zhejiang province on Saturday.

The explosion damaged nearby residential houses and factory workshops in Tai Zhou city, local authorities said.

According to the report, four people were killed and over 50 injured in the blast.

A video posted online by the state-run CGTN TV showed debris of the exploded vehicle flying all around, causing extensive damage to the neighbouring residential units.

The accident occurred on the highway, leading to the closure of many entrances. Rescue work is underway.