Yinchuan June 22 (BNA): An explosion occurred at a barbecue restaurant in Yinchuan City, capital of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Wednesday night, killing 31 people, local authorities said Thursday.
Xinhua News Agency reported that the explosion occurred at around 8:40 p.m. in a crowded street in Xingqing District, Yinchuan, caused by liquefied petroleum gas leaking from the working area of the barbecue restaurant.
The explosion left 38 dead, and 31 people are confirmed dead despite rescue efforts, while seven individuals, including one in critical condition, are currently receiving medical treatment.
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