Video footage shows massive explosion in Tianjin, China

Video footage shows the moment a fireball ripped through the night sky in China.

Video footage shows massive explosion in Tianjin, China
Mon, 17 Aug, 2015 - 01:00

The blast erupted around 11:30 pm local time in Tianjin according to State TV.

The blast wave could be felt several kilometres away and at least 50 people are injured.

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