[WORLD News]At least 13 people were killed and 46 injured in eastern Indonesia on Sunday in an explosion at a Chinese-funded nickel-processing plant

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【 At least 13 people were killed and 46 injured in eastern Indonesia on Sunday in an explosion at a Chinese-funded nickel-processing plant】

The explosion at the Chinese-funded nickel processing plant in eastern Indonesia resulted in a tragic loss of life and multiple injuries. The incident took place at the Morowali Industrial Park on the island of Sulawesi, where the plant is operated by Chinese steel and nickel giant Tsingshan through its local arm, Indonesia Tsingshan Stainless Steel (ITSS) [1].Causes of the ExplosionThe blast occurred during furnace repair work, possibly due to the presence of residual explosion-inducing liquid at the bottom of the furnace. The explosion ignited a flammable liquid, leading to the blast. Additionally, nearby oxygen cylinders also exploded, exacerbating the situation [1].Impact and ResponseThe explosion resulted in the deaths of at least 13 workers, including both Indonesians and Chinese nationals, with many others suffering injuries. The injured individuals were primarily affected by exposure to hot steam. The company, Tsingshan, expressed deep sadness over the incident and has taken steps to ensure the return of victims’ remains and provide support to the affected families [10].Environmental and Safety ConcernsThe incident has highlighted concerns about working conditions in facilities funded and operated by Chinese companies in Indonesia. There have been previous instances of safety-related incidents in similar industrial facilities, leading to calls for thorough investigations and stricter adherence to safety regulations [10].This unfortunate event underscores the importance of stringent safety measures and thorough regulatory oversight in industrial operations to

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