Several people suffer burn, inhalation injuries when tank implodes at Washington pulp and paper mill
Summary
Several people were hurt by chemical burns and breathing problems after a tank holding dangerous liquid collapsed at a pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington. Emergency teams treated and took the injured to nearby hospitals, and officials said there is no threat to the public.Key Facts
- The tank implosion happened Tuesday morning at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. mill in Longview, Washington.
- The tank contained hazardous liquid that caused chemical burns and inhalation injuries.
- The exact number and severity of injuries were not immediately clear.
- About 40 firefighters and paramedics, along with a specialized hazardous materials team, responded to the incident.
- Injured people were decontaminated and taken to hospitals in Longview and Vancouver.
- Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. makes pulp, paper, and liquid packaging materials and has about 1,000 employees.
- Authorities stated there is no immediate danger to the public from the spill or explosion.
- The incident was reported at 7:19 a.m.
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