How a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill town
A chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, resulted in the deaths of 11 people. The incident has deeply affected the local community, where many residents have ties to the mill industry. Concerns are growing about the future of the plant and its significance to the local economy.
- ▪The chemical tank rupture occurred at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co., releasing a flood of caustic chemicals.
- ▪Longview has a long history intertwined with the lumber and paper industries, making the mill a crucial part of the community.
- ▪Authorities are investigating the cause of the tank's collapse, which has raised concerns about the plant's future and job security for residents.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onHow a chemical tank disaster struck at the heart of a Washington state mill townA chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Washington state this past week has struck at the heart of a historic mill townByCLAIRE RUSH Associated PressMay 30, 2026, 12:01 AM1:16Yellow police tape is seen on May 27, 2026 outside the Longview, Wash. paper mill where a deadly chemical tank failure occurred. (AP Photo/Claire Rush)The Associated PressLONGVIEW, Wash. -- From his living room window, Washington state Sen.
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