Multiple injuries, at least one dead after chemical tank ruptures at Washington state paper mill
A chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Washington, resulting in multiple injuries and at least one fatality. The incident occurred shortly before 7:30 AM local time, prompting emergency responses from local authorities. There is currently no immediate threat to the public, and those injured have been transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment.
- ▪The rupture occurred at a paper mill that produces wood pulp and paper board.
- ▪Authorities confirmed fatalities and critical injuries related to the incident.
- ▪The tank contained a chemical solution used in the pulp-making process.
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Multiple injuries, at least one dead after chemical tank ruptures at Washington state paper millSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging, which makes wood pulp and paper board for packaging and cartons, occurred shortly before 7.30am local time.PHOTO: KENZIESTUVLAND/XChristine HauserPublished May 27, 2026, 04:09 AMUpdated May 27, 2026, 04:09 AMFatalities and critical injuries were reported after a chemical tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, on the morning of May 26, the Longview Fire Department said.The rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging, which makes wood pulp and paper board for packaging and cartons, occurred shortly before 7.30am local time, the department said.The authorities did not say how many people had…
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