Fire in Northeastern China Restaurant Kills 22, Injures 3

A fire broke out at a restaurant in Liaoyang, northeastern China, on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of 22 people and injuring three others, according to Chinese state media. The incident occurred at 12:25 p.m. local time near the Sanlizhuang resettlement housing area in the Baita District. Emergency teams responded quickly to the scene, but the blaze caused significant casualties. The tragedy has raised concerns about fire safety protocols and the need for improved preventive measures in public spaces to prevent similar disasters in the future.