The county government reported that the incident was caused by villagers improperly igniting fireworks, which affected the store, and the open flames were extinguished two hours later. The Ministry of Emergency Management has dispatched a work team to the scene to verify the casualties, provide full medical attention, and investigate the cause of the explosion.
An emergency meeting was held that evening, emphasizing that this is a peak period for fireworks use, and urging all areas to learn from this incident. They reiterated a ban on outdoor testing of fireworks, “transferring from store to home,” and excessive storage, while also calling for strict checks on illegal online sales and delivery.
Additionally, the ministry requires that sudden incidents be reported immediately and that authoritative information be released promptly to address public concerns.
