Explosion at fireworks store in Yicheng, Hubei has resulted in 12 deaths.

According to the relevant departments in Hubei Province, at around 14:00 on February 18th, a fire and explosion occurred at a fireworks and firecracker sales outlet in Zhengji Town, Yicheng City, Xiangyang City, Hubei Province, with a fire area of about 50 square meters, resulting in 12 deaths. The cause of the explosion is currently under further investigation.