Blast at fireworks factory in China's Hunan kills 21

On 5 May 2026, a blast at a fireworks factory in China's Hunan province killed 21 people and injured 61, according to Reuters and state media. The death toll later rose to at least 26, as reported by CNN, China Daily and CGTN.

Xi Jinping called for an investigation. Asahi Shimbun reported that aerial footage shows widespread building damage.