At least 20 people have been killed and five are missing after a cargo ship docked for repairs in a Chinese port burst into flames.
The Ocean Melody was undergoing repairs at the Beihai Shipbuilding Co. at the port of Qingdao, a major shipping hub on the northeastern Chinese coast, when the blaze broke out, state media reported.
Evacuation and injuries
A total of 42 people had been on the vessel, and 12 of them were safely evacuated, according to Xinhua. Five were injured and taken to hospital, where they remained in a stable condition.
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The incident occurred on 10 September 2026, according to reports.
Ongoing situation
This is a breaking news story, and further details are expected to emerge as the situation develops.
