Chemical explosion at Longview plant injures multiple people

LONGVIEW, Wash. – A major chemical explosion injured multiple people at the Nippon plant in Longview on Tuesday morning, triggering a massive emergency response that has forced officials to close off the surrounding industrial area. 

What we know:

According to the Longview Fire Department, the incident happened 7:30 a.m. 

The blast caused multiple injuries and created an ongoing hazard. 

Authorities have locked down the immediate perimeter, instructing residents to stay away from Industrial Way and avoid all surrounding paths while rescue teams manage the scene.

What we don’t know:

Officials have not yet released the exact number of people injured or the severity of their medical conditions. It also remains unknown what specific chemicals triggered the explosion or what caused the initial ignition inside the plant.

‘This is a developing story and will be updated.

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