Explosion at market in Shenyang

An explosion occurred at one of the busy markets in Shenyang, China, local media report.

Preliminary data suggests that several people sustained injuries of varying severity as a result of the incident. The exact number of casualties and the extent of their injuries remain unknown for now.

A gas leak is suspected to be the cause of the explosion, although official confirmation of this version has not yet been received. Local authorities are conducting an investigation to establish all the circumstances of the incident.