09 Aug 2024 | 08:33 AM UTC
China: Authorities responding to fire, explosion at Ningbo Zhoushan Port Aug. 9
Officials responding to fire, explosion at Ningbo Beilun Phase III Terminal in Ningbo Zhoushan Port, China, Aug. 9. Avoid the area.
Officials are responding to an explosion and fire at the Ningbo Beilun Phase III Terminal of the Ningbo Zhoushan Port on the afternoon of Aug. 9. The incident occurred after a vessel docked at the port caught fire at around 13:46. The cause of the incident and the number of casualties remain unclear. Officials will likely provide information in the coming hours.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the affected area. Authorities may restrict access to nearby roads to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles. Officials may also mandate building evacuations in the vicinity as a precaution until clearance operations and investigations end.
Avoid the impacted area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional travel time to nearby destinations. Consider remaining indoors to avoid smoke exposure, especially if you suffer from a respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official advisories, including evacuation orders.
