A tragic industrial explosion in central China has left at least 21 people dead and 61 others injured, drawing renewed attention to safety concerns in hazardous manufacturing sectors. The incident occurred on Monday, May 4, 2026, at approximately 4:43 PM local time in Liuyang, a major fireworks production hub located in Hunan Province. The explosion took place at a fireworks manufacturing facility, triggering a massive blast that caused widespread destruction and panic in the surrounding area. According to official reports, the force of the explosion damaged factory structures, ignited fires, and sent thick plumes of smoke into the sky. The site, which handled highly combustible materials such as gunpowder, quickly became a dangerous zone, raising fears of secondary explosions. Nearby residents were promptly evacuated as a precaution. Emergency response teams acted swiftly, deploying hundreds of firefighters, medical personnel, and rescue specialists to the ...