At least 5 dead and 19 injured in chemical plant explosion in China

A deadly explosion rocked a chemical plant in China’s Shandong province, killing at least five and injuring dozens. The blast at Shandong Youdao Chemical’s facility sent thick smoke into the sky and shattered glass in nearby homes. As emergency crews rushed in, locals were told to wear masks amid contamination fears. This marks another tragedy in a string of industrial disasters that continue to plague China’s chemical industry