One killed and nine missing after chemical explosion at US paper mill

One dead, nine missing after chemical tank explosion at Washington paper mill leaves nine injured and search ongoing.

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One person was killed and nine others are missing following a chemical explosion that ruptured a tank at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, officials confirmed Wednesday. The blast, which occurred at the mill operated by a local industrial firm, also left nine workers injured, some with serious burns and trauma. Emergency crews remain on site, searching for the missing as the investigation into the cause of the rupture begins. The explosion happened in the early hours of the morning, sending a plume of chemical vapor into the air and triggering a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents. The tank, which contained a volatile chemical used in the paper-making process, failed suddenly, causing a massive release of pressure and debris. Witnesses reported feeling the ground shake from the blast, which could be heard miles away. The injured were transported to area hospitals, with…

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