Blast hits chemical plant in Jiangsu
(Xinhua)
Updated: 2005-12-02 06:59

Fire and smoke are seen after a blast hit a tank containing eight tons of virulent acrylonitrile liquid in a chemical plant in Jiangdu, East China's Jiangsu Province December 1, 2005. No death or injuries were reported. The cause and effect of the explosion are still unknown. Acrylonitrile primarily affects the nervous system and lungs, can cause death and may cause cancer. [Xinhua]