A devastating explosion in northeastern Myanmar has claimed the lives of more than 45 people and injured approximately 70 others, according to rescue workers and independent media reports.
The blast, which occurred around noon on Sunday in Kaungtup village, Namhkam township, reportedly struck a building used for storing mining explosives.
Among the confirmed fatalities, 46 bodies have been recovered, including six children, a rescue worker told The Associated Press. All have been taken for cremation.
The incident took place in an area situated about 3 kilometers (2 miles) south of the Chinese border, which is under the control of the Ta’ang National Liberation Army. This ethnic armed group has a history of sporadic conflict with Myanmar’s central government.
Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported the explosion caused multiple deaths and injuries, with many residential houses being severely damaged, but did not give figures.
It said that according to preliminary investigations, the blast occurred at a site where large quantities of explosives used for mining operations were stored.
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