Washington paper mill chemical tank implodes, killing at least 1 and leaving 9 missing
A chemical tank at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, collapsed, resulting in at least one death and nine individuals reported missing. The incident has transitioned from rescue operations to recovery efforts as emergency crews assess the situation. The cause of the tank's implosion is currently under investigation, with concerns about remaining hazardous materials complicating recovery efforts.
- ▪At least one person was killed and nine others are unaccounted for after a chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co.
- ▪Nine individuals were injured in the incident, including a firefighter, with injuries ranging from minor to critical.
- ▪The tank contained a corrosive chemical mixture known as 'white liquor,' and approximately 90,000 gallons may still remain inside.
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U.S. Washington paper mill chemical tank implodes, killing at least 1 and leaving 9 missing Response has shifted from rescue to recovery at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. in Longview, authorities say By Michael Sinkewicz Fox News Published May 27, 2026 6:16am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for May 26 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! At least one person was killed and nine others were unaccounted for Tuesday after a tank containing a corrosive chemical mixture ruptured and collapsed at a Washington paper mill, authorities said.
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