Another chemical warehouse explosion in China

Another massive explosion has taken place in China at a chemical and fuel products warehouse at the Jiangsu Deqiao Storage Company in the eastern city of Jinjiang. Although no casualties were reported, the blast brings back memories of the huge explosions caused by improper chemical storage in Tianjin last year, when 173 people were killed and fears were raised over possible toxic contamination. This latest incident again highlights the lax safety standards in China regarding industrial sites.

Story highlights A warehouse storing chemical products explodes in China's Jiangsu Province NEW: The fire is under control and there are no reports of any casualties

Hong Kong CNN —

A warehouse storing chemical products has caught fire and exploded in east China’s Jiangsu Province, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua.

Witnesses and rescuers said the explosion in Jingjiang city occurred around 9 am local time. Nearby factory workers have been evacuated, according to local reports.

The fire is under control and there are no reports of any casualties, according to local authorities.

The explosion took place at the Jiangsu Deqiao Storage Company Ltd, which is located in an industrial park in the city, according to Chinese state media.

The company’s main business, according to state media, is storing, transferring, repartitioning and packaging liquid oil and gas products.