Four killed in China factory explosion

At least four people have been killed and one seriously injured in an explosion at an aluminum smelter in Qingyuan, south China's Guangdong province, Report informs, citing TASS.

The explosion occurred in one of the factory shops. According to a preliminary investigation, the cause of the accident was the leakage of molten aluminum and its penetration into the cooling pool, according to a message published on the WeChat page of the district authorities.

Rescuers arrived at the scene immediately after the incident. The injured were provided with medical assistance. The incident is being investigated.