"Tragic Fire Claims 13 Lives in China School Dormitory"

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A fire at a boarding school in central China's Henan province has claimed the lives of 13 third-grade students, with one student injured. The cause of the blaze is under investigation, and the school's head has been taken into custody. This tragic incident has sparked outrage on Chinese social media, with calls for severe punishment for any safety lapses. China has seen a number of fatal accidents in recent years, prompting President Xi Jinping to emphasize the need for improved safety measures and emergency plans.
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- At least 13 dead in school dormitory fire in China CNN
- 13 students reported killed in an elementary school dorm fire in China’s Henan province WSYR
- China: 13 dead after school dormitory fire in Henan province BBC.com
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