Chemical Plant in Shambles after Blast

An explosion at a Chinese chemical plant has killed at least 16, injured 40 and left rescuers searching for the missing.

Feb 29, 2012
A chemical plant explosion in China has killed at least 16 and injured 40. Many others still remain missing, but rescue efforts have been delayed due to safety concerns.

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