Chemical Tank Implosion at Washington State Paper Mill Leaves 8 Dead, 3 Missing
A chemical tank implosion at a paper mill in Washington State has left 8 people dead, with 3 still missing. The tank contained corrosive "white liquor." Authorities are continuing search efforts and emphasized that there is no contamination of local drinking water or air.
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Central News Agency (Los Angeles, 29th) U.S. officials said today that the death toll from the chemical tank implosion at a paper mill in Washington State has risen to 8, with 3 people still missing.
According to AFP, the accident occurred on the 26th at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington. The tank, with a total capacity of 900,000 gallons (approximately 3.4 million liters), contained a large amount of corrosive "white liquor."
"White liquor" is a highly alkaline solution composed of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide, primarily used in pulp and paper manufacturing.
Longview Fire Chief Brad Hannig said at a press conference today, "We can confirm that 6 people have been recovered."
Authorities confirmed 2 deaths on the 27th, but the death toll has now risen to 8, with 3 others missing, raising fears that they may not have survived.
Hannig stated that rescue workers are still searching for the remaining victims in a dangerous environment.
Local officials emphasized that the accident did not contaminate local drinking water or air.
According to AFP, the accident occurred on the 26th at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington. The tank, with a total capacity of 900,000 gallons (approximately 3.4 million liters), contained a large amount of corrosive "white liquor."
"White liquor" is a highly alkaline solution composed of sodium hydroxide and sodium sulfide, primarily used in pulp and paper manufacturing.
Longview Fire Chief Brad Hannig said at a press conference today, "We can confirm that 6 people have been recovered."
Authorities confirmed 2 deaths on the 27th, but the death toll has now risen to 8, with 3 others missing, raising fears that they may not have survived.
Hannig stated that rescue workers are still searching for the remaining victims in a dangerous environment.
Local officials emphasized that the accident did not contaminate local drinking water or air.
FAQ
What is the casualty count?
8 people have died, and 3 remain missing.