Longview paper mill tank rupture raises death toll to 11, nine still missing
TL;DR
A chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, WA, has now killed a second person, bringing the presumed death toll to 11 with nine missing. Authorities say there’s no hope of survivors and will continue daylight searches as crews monitor the ruptured 900,000-gallon white liquor tank amid ongoing investigations into the cause. The plant employs about 1,000 workers; injuries include a firefighter, and air and drinking water remain safe.
- 9 missing after Washington paper mill tank implosion and officials say there’s no hope of survivors The Columbian
- Second death confirmed after chemical implosion at Longview Nippon facility KATU
- Second death confirmed as recovery operations continue for 9 missing after Longview paper mill implosion KING5.com
- 1 confirmed dead, 9 missing in chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave pulp and paper mill in Longview KGW
- Washington state officials, Longview community come together amid deadly rupture at packaging facility KOIN.com
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