INTERNATIONAL — March 29, 2026

3 Killed, 23 Injured in Building Fire in China’s Shanxi

A building fire in Xiaoyidian, Shanxi province, China, on Saturday evening killed three people and injured 23, with nine in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the cause.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press2 min read

3 Killed, 23 Injured in Building Fire in China’s Shanxi
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Xiaoyidian, China — A fire broke out in a building in Xiaoyidian, Shanxi province, at around 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, killing three people and injuring 23 others.

Nine of the injured remain in critical condition, according to Xinhua News Agency.

Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire.

The incident comes amid broader concerns about fire safety in urban areas of China, following previous deadly fire incidents, as reported by Chinese state media.

Read the original reporting at Khaama Press

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Single source (Khaama Press) with direct attribution to named state media (Xinhua News Agency) providing concrete, checkable details: specific location (Xiaoyidian, Shanxi), time (8:00 p.m. Saturday), and casualty figures (3 killed, 23 injured).

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