People fled their homes and slept on the streets in fear after two consecutive explosions shook the Chinese city of Tianjin.
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At least 50 people were confirmed dead and more than 500 injured, including 71 in critical condition, after two explosions yesterday in the port city of Tianjin, China. The "earth-shattering" explosion woke up nearby residents who thought there was an earthquake. They rushed out of their homes and realized it was an explosion. Photo: Weibo. |
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Families carry blankets and belongings out of the apartment building. Photo: New China. |
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Two injured victims are being treated at the hospital. Photo: Weibo. |
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People take to the streets to take refuge after two explosions in Tianjin. Photo: AP. |
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Many people decided to sleep on the streets because they did not dare to go home. Photo: Shanghaiist. |
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Local residents lie and sit around a school compound in Tianjin after last night's explosion destroyed their homes. Photo: Cfp. |
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Red Cross tents set up at a school in Tianjin provide a place for people to sleep. Photo: CFP. |
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A classroom at a school in Tianjin has become a temporary residence. Photo: Cfp. |
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This morning, residents living near the scene of the explosion moved their belongings and luggage to safety. Photo: China Daily. |
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The scene of devastation was clearly seen this morning. Photo: Reuters. |
According to VNE