China: Emergency crews responding to explosion and related fire at residential building in Tinjian's Hedong District as of early June 14

Event

Emergency crews are responding to an explosion and related fire at a residential building in Tinjian's Hedong District as of early June 14. The incident has reportedly left at least 26 surrounding structures damaged and an unspecified number of people injured. Officials have evacuated nearby residents and are likely to provide updates over the coming hours. The cause of the incident remained immediately unclear.

Authorities are maintaining an increased security presence and have cordoned off the impacted area. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Lingering disruptions are possible until the emergency response officials depart the investigation scene.

Advice

Avoid the area until firefighting operations conclude. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.