Washington Chemical Tank Implosion Highlights Deregulation Dangers
Fatalities have been confirmed at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging plant in Longview, Washington, following the rupture of a tank containing white liquor, a chemical used in paper pulping. Emergency responders are continuing recovery operations, with some individuals still unaccounted for. While there is no immediate threat to the surrounding community, officials urge the public to stay away from the plant to facilitate ongoing investigation and recovery efforts.
John Q. Hosedrinker