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Massive Fire at Jiuding Department Store in Sichuan Province Leaves 16 Dead
Jul 17, 2024, 07:50 PM
A massive fire broke out at the Jiuding Department Store in Zigong, Sichuan Province, southwest China, on Wednesday evening. The fire, which started around 6 PM, quickly engulfed the 14-story shopping mall, trapping numerous people inside. Rescue operations were launched immediately, and by 8:20 PM, 30 individuals had been rescued by firefighters. However, the death toll has risen to 16. The fire was reportedly caused by construction work, according to a preliminary investigation. State media reported heavy black smoke billowing from the building. The Ministry of Emergency Management and National Fire and Rescue Administration have dispatched a working team to the site to assist with the investigation and rescue efforts. The rescue operation was completed by 3 AM on Thursday, with no further individuals trapped inside.
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