Family mourns man killed in Longview chemical implosion
We're learning more about the victims of a deadly chemical implosion at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, which left 8 people dead, 8 others injures, and three still missing.
We're learning more about the victims of a deadly chemical implosion at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, which left 8 people dead, 8 others injures, and three still missing.
Massive chemical flush underway in Longview
On the second day of recovery following what the governor called the deadliest industrial tragedy in modern state history, the Department of Ecology is flushing a massive 500,000-gallon toxic chemical spill away from Longview's water supply.
On the second day of recovery following what the governor called the deadliest industrial tragedy in modern state history, the Department of Ecology is flushing a massive 500,000-gallon toxic chemical spill away from Longview's water supply.
Crews recover remains of 6 of 9 workers missing after WA chemical tank rupture
Crews have recovered six of nine workers missing and presumed to be dead after a chemical tank rupture in Washington state. The total death toll is 11, including three who are still missing. It’s one of the deadliest U.S. workplace accidents in recent decades.
Crews have recovered six of nine workers missing and presumed to be dead after a chemical tank rupture in Washington state. The total death toll is 11, including three who are still missing. It’s one of the deadliest U.S. workplace accidents in recent decades.
Eight dead in Longview chemical implosion
Eight people are dead and three remain missing after a massive chemical implosion at a Longview facility. Rescue teams face chest-deep water and a caustic "white liquor" that is so corrosive it is eating through their personal protective equipment. The EPA is actively monitoring the area after 500,000 gallons of the material seeped into nearby neighborhood dikes.
Eight people are dead and three remain missing after a massive chemical implosion at a Longview facility. Rescue teams face chest-deep water and a caustic "white liquor" that is so corrosive it is eating through their personal protective equipment. The EPA is actively monitoring the area after 500,000 gallons of the material seeped into nearby neighborhood dikes.
8 dead, 3 still missing after Longview, WA chemical implosion
The chemical tank explosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview has killed eight people, and three workers remain missing.
The chemical tank explosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview has killed eight people, and three workers remain missing.
9 remain missing after Longview, WA implosion
Following a chemical tank implosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview on Tuesday morning, officials confirmed on Wednesday that the death toll has risen to two and nine workers remain missing.
Following a chemical tank implosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview on Tuesday morning, officials confirmed on Wednesday that the death toll has risen to two and nine workers remain missing.
Longview paper mill’s history shows deep ties to Cowlitz County
Towering over the Columbia River for more than 70 years, the Nippon Dynawave paper mill has become more than just an industrial site in Longview it’s a community fixture.
Towering over the Columbia River for more than 70 years, the Nippon Dynawave paper mill has become more than just an industrial site in Longview it’s a community fixture.
Nine missing after Longview plant implosion
Following an unprecedented chemical implosion at a Longview packaging plant that leaked over 550,000 gallons of toxic white liquor into the Columbia River, state officials confirm two workers are dead and nine remain missing.
Following an unprecedented chemical implosion at a Longview packaging plant that leaked over 550,000 gallons of toxic white liquor into the Columbia River, state officials confirm two workers are dead and nine remain missing.
Longview mill tragedy follows past fires
Following a recent tragedy, community members are expressing concern over the Nippon Dynamo packaging plant's history of industrial accidents, including a massive 2023 fire.
Following a recent tragedy, community members are expressing concern over the Nippon Dynamo packaging plant's history of industrial accidents, including a massive 2023 fire.
Toxic spill reaches the Columbia River after Longview implosion
Following a tank implosion that released 90,000 gallons of a corrosive chemical at the Nippon Dynamo plant, officials confirm toxic materials have entered the Columbia River as the mission shifts to recovery.
Following a tank implosion that released 90,000 gallons of a corrosive chemical at the Nippon Dynamo plant, officials confirm toxic materials have entered the Columbia River as the mission shifts to recovery.
Here's what we know about the Longview chemical implosion
One person died, nine people are missing and nine other suffered injuries in a chemical tank explosion at a paper mill in Longview on Tuesday.
One person died, nine people are missing and nine other suffered injuries in a chemical tank explosion at a paper mill in Longview on Tuesday.
WA officials hold press conference on deadly Longview chemical implosion
Washington state officials held a press conference Tuesday after a chemical tank explosion killed and injured multiple people at a paper mill in Longview.
Washington state officials held a press conference Tuesday after a chemical tank explosion killed and injured multiple people at a paper mill in Longview.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical explosion in Longview
One person is dead, nine others are missing and multiple people suffered chemical burns after a 900,000-gallon tank of highly corrosive material imploded at a pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
One person is dead, nine others are missing and multiple people suffered chemical burns after a 900,000-gallon tank of highly corrosive material imploded at a pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
Workers missing after Longview paper mill implosion
At least 10 people are injured and several are dead after an 8,000-gallon chemical tank imploded at a Longview paper mill, officials say.
At least 10 people are injured and several are dead after an 8,000-gallon chemical tank imploded at a Longview paper mill, officials say.
Multiple people killed, 10 hurt in Longview, WA white liquor tank explosion
Authorities have confirmed that 10 people, including a responding firefighter, were injured after a chemical tank imploded at a pulp and paper mill in Washington state on Tuesday. But they declined to immediately say how many workers had been killed or remained missing. In a joint statement, Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. and local first response agencies confirmed there had been fatalities. Cowlitz Fire and Rescue Chief Scott Goldstein told a news conference that it was unclear how many workers had been killed. Asked how many remained missing, he replied: “We have information on that, but we’re not releasing that information.”
Authorities have confirmed that 10 people, including a responding firefighter, were injured after a chemical tank imploded at a pulp and paper mill in Washington state on Tuesday. But they declined to immediately say how many workers had been killed or remained missing. In a joint statement, Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. and local first response agencies confirmed there had been fatalities. Cowlitz Fire and Rescue Chief Scott Goldstein told a news conference that it was unclear how many workers had been killed. Asked how many remained missing, he replied: “We have information on that, but we’re not releasing that information.”
Multiple people injured after major chemical explosion in Longview, WA
A major chemical explosion injured multiple people at the Nippon plant in Longview on Tuesday morning.
A major chemical explosion injured multiple people at the Nippon plant in Longview on Tuesday morning.
Crews respond to major Longview chemical explosion
Emergency crews are responding to a major chemical explosion that caused multiple reported injuries at the Nippon Paper facility in Longview.
Emergency crews are responding to a major chemical explosion that caused multiple reported injuries at the Nippon Paper facility in Longview.
BREAKING: Major chemical explosion in Longview, WA
Multiple people are injured after a major chemical explosion in Longview, Washington Tuesday morning.
Multiple people are injured after a major chemical explosion in Longview, Washington Tuesday morning.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical implosion at Longview, WA facility
One person is confirmed dead and nine others are unaccounted for after a major chemical implosion at pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
One person is confirmed dead and nine others are unaccounted for after a major chemical implosion at pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
Longview, WA superintendent arrested in sexual assault investigation
A school district superintendent in Longview, Washington was arrested Thursday morning in connection to an ongoing sexual assault investigation involving high school students.
A school district superintendent in Longview, Washington was arrested Thursday morning in connection to an ongoing sexual assault investigation involving high school students.