Explosions related to fireworks are not uncommon in China, where they are used widely and indiscriminately during celebrations such as the Lunar New Year holiday, which began on Tuesday. In June, an explosion at a fireworks factory in the neighboring Hunan province resulted in nine deaths and 26 injuries. Beijing - Reuters. China Central Television (CCTV) reported on Wednesday that 12 people were killed in an explosion and fire at a fireworks shop in China's Hubei province. Flames engulfed 50 square meters of the disaster site. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. Some cities have banned the use of fireworks.
