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China: 5 Children and 7 Adults Killed in Blast at Fireworks Shop

Published February 19, 2026, 09:19
China: 5 Children and 7 Adults Killed in Blast at Fireworks Shop

A tragedy occurred in China, where 12 people – 5 children and 7 adults – lost their lives in an explosion at a fireworks shop just before the Lunar New Year celebrations. The explosion occurred in a grocery store in Hubei province, and authorities say it was caused by an accident. Although many cities have banned fireworks displays for safety reasons, the tradition remains popular, especially in the province, resulting in frequent fatal accidents during the holidays. This was the second similar tragedy in just a few days.