A massive explosion at a rural manufacturing plant in Tennessee has claimed multiple lives, with 18 people still unaccounted for after a thorough search by over 300 investigators. The blast occurred just before 8 am on Friday and was triggered by an explosion involving Accurate Energetic Systems, which produces explosives for military and commercial clients.
The investigation is ongoing, with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations (TBI) conducting rapid DNA testing to identify remains. Officials have expressed uncertainty about the cause of the explosion, which may not be determined until days or weeks later. The blast has sparked a massive response effort involving emergency personnel from 18 agencies, including the ATF.
The plant, located in Bucksnort, Tennessee, uses explosives for various industries, and officials are working to determine if the incident was related to testing or other activities. The company’s statement acknowledged that “tragic accident” occurred during an emergency response, and they are cooperating with authorities.
As the investigation continues, families of those affected by the explosion have been left in limbo, with many expressing uncertainty and worry about what happened to their loved ones.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/us/atf-deploys-elite-team-after-deadly-tennessee-explosion-search-for-missing-