Over 45 people were killed and at least 74 injured in a massive blast at a building storing mining explosives in Namhkam town, Shan State, Myanmar.
The explosion flattened homes, damaged more than 100 buildings, and sent shockwaves across the nearby China–Myanmar border.
Rescue teams recovered dozens of bodies, including children and foreign nationals, while hospitals appealed for urgent blood donations.
The Ta’ang National Liberation Army confirmed the site stored gelignite explosives, stating the blast was accidental and not a military attack.
Authorities reported that six children and three Chinese nationals were among the dead, with many residents still missing.
Social welfare groups joined relief efforts, providing shelter and medical care to survivors as investigations into the cause continue.
The tragedy highlights the dangers of storing explosives near civilian areas in conflict zones, raising concerns across the region.
