2 Dead in Louisville Plant Explosion That Damaged Homes, Businesses

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June 14, 2023

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Louisville, KY

Two people were killed and several others injured in a massive explosion at a chemical plant in Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday morning.

The blast occurred at the Oxbow Carbon and Chemicals plant in the Clifton neighborhood, sending a cloud of smoke and debris into the air. The explosion was so powerful that it damaged homes and businesses in the surrounding area.

Firefighters and emergency crews responded to the scene and quickly extinguished the blaze. Two people were found dead at the scene, and several others were taken to local hospitals with injuries.

The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but officials say it may have been caused by a leak of a flammable gas.

The explosion has shaken the Clifton community, which is home to many families and businesses. Residents are being asked to stay away from the area as crews work to clean up the damage.

The Oxbow Carbon and Chemicals plant is a major employer in Louisville. The company manufactures carbon black, which is used in a variety of products, including tires, ink, and paint.

The explosion is the second major industrial accident in Louisville in recent months. In April, a fire at a plastics plant in the city's Rubbertown neighborhood killed one person and injured several others.