The death toll from the massive explosions in the port city of Tianjin stands at 112 as scores of firefighters remain unaccounted for.

tianjin explosion

The warehouse where the blasts originated was storing 700 tonnes of sodium cyanide, 70 times the permitted amount, according to state media.

tianjin explosion

Thousands have been evacuated as the authorities warn local people to take protective measures. More than 720 people remain in hospital.

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tianjin blast ground zero
tianjin blast ground zero

See also: Shocking new drone footage reveals devastation of Tianjin blasts as death toll climbs.

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Over 8,000 new imported cars were destroyed in the explosions.

tianjin blast cars
tianjin blast
tianjin blast
tianjin blast
tianjin blast

See also: Son of former Tianjin police chief linked to company behind explosions

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