Heavy Rain Causes Flooding, Disrupts Secondary Lead Production in North China Smelter

Published: Jul 9, 2026 14:43

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[Secondary Lead Production Update] A secondary lead smelter in North China reported that heavy rain has caused flooding in its city, resulting in water and power outages. This has affected secondary crude lead production by about 100-150 mt/day. The specific production resumption time depends on the government's repair progress.

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