2019 Xiangshui chemical plant explosion
On 21 March 2019, a major explosion occurred at a chemical plant in Chenjiagang Chemical Industry Park, Chenjiagang, Xiangshui County, Yancheng, Jiangsu, China. According to reports published on 25 March, 78 people were killed and 617 injured.
| Date | 21 March 2019 |
|---|---|
| Location | Chenjiagang Chemical Industry Park (陈家港生态化工园区), Xiangshui County, Yancheng, Jiangsu, China |
| Coordinates | 34°20′31″N 119°46′41″E |
| Cause | Chemical plant explosion |
| Deaths | 78 |
| Non-fatal injuries | 617 |
Chenjiagang town
Nanjing
Shanghai
Location of the chemical plant in Jiangsu
The State Council of China officially recognized the severity of the accident, often referred to as "3.21 Explosive Accident".
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