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重大火灾事故致26死38伤,最新处理结果公布
中国基金报·2025-07-29 13:36

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the major fire accident at Yongju Coal Industry Co., Ltd. in Shanxi Province, which resulted in 26 fatalities and 38 injuries, highlighting the company's safety management failures and subsequent legal and financial repercussions [3][10]. Summary by Sections Accident Overview - On November 16, 2023, a fire broke out in the second-floor bathroom of Yongju Coal Industry's office building, leading to 26 deaths and 38 injuries, with a burned area of approximately 900 square meters and direct economic losses of 49.9026 million yuan [3][10]. Investigation and Findings - The investigation concluded that the fire was caused by a short circuit in the power supply line of an electric hoist, igniting flammable materials in the area [10][12]. - The fire spread rapidly due to the presence of over 100 oxygen self-rescue devices and other combustible materials stored in the vicinity [12][13]. - Initial firefighting efforts were ineffective, as workers failed to call emergency services for over 20 minutes, allowing the fire to escalate [13][14]. Company Response and Remedial Actions - Following the incident, Yongju Coal Industry invested 37.5 million yuan in fire safety improvements, including the establishment of a fire safety organization and enhanced safety training for employees [3][4]. - The company was fined 15 million yuan for safety violations, and its actual responsible person was listed as a serious safety production dishonesty entity [7][8]. Legal Consequences - Thirteen individuals, including key management personnel, were prosecuted for their roles in the safety violations leading to the fire [5][6]. - Some individuals were exempted from criminal liability due to their lesser involvement, while others faced administrative penalties [6][9]. Regulatory Actions - The local emergency management bureau imposed various fines and penalties on related companies and individuals for safety violations, including the revocation of key personnel's qualifications [7][8][9].