20 dead, several missing after fire on cargo ship in Chinese port
Summary
A cargo ship caught fire while being repaired at a Chinese port, killing at least 20 people and leaving five missing. The fire started in the morning and was put out in the afternoon, with some people rescued and injured.Key Facts
- The fire happened on the cargo ship named Ocean Melody in the port of Qingdao, China.
- The ship was docked for repairs at the Beihai Shipbuilding Company.
- There were 42 people on the ship at the time of the fire.
- 12 people were safely evacuated, and 5 were injured and taken to hospital.
- The fire began around 11 a.m. and was extinguished by 2:30 p.m. local time.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang ordered urgent rescue efforts.
- The cause of the fire is unknown.
- President Xi emphasized the importance of holding those responsible accountable.
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