Summary
A large explosion at a military explosives facility in Tennessee killed at least 16 people. The blast destroyed a building at Accurate Energetic Systems, and officials are investigating the cause.
Key Facts
- The explosion happened at Accurate Energetic Systems in Bucksnort, Tennessee.
- At least 16 people died in the blast.
- Officials initially thought 18 people were missing, but later found that two were not at the site.
- The explosion destroyed an entire building on the company's campus.
- Investigators, including the FBI, are trying to find out why the explosion happened.
- The company makes and stores explosives for military and other uses.
- The operation has moved from rescue to recovery, meaning they are no longer looking for survivors.
- DNA tests will help confirm the identities of the people who died.
