DEVELOPING: Massive Explosion at Military Explosives Facility in Tennessee – Multiple People Dead, Others Missing
HICKMAN, Tenn. — A massive explosion tore through a military facility in Hickman County early Friday morning, leaving at least 12 people unaccounted for.
The blast occurred at Accurate Energetic Systems, a plant that develops, manufactures, and stores explosives for military, aerospace, and commercial demolition purposes. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, according to the Hickman County Sheriff’s Office.
TAKE A LOOK AT THIS: Helicopter video shows what’s left of Accurate Energetic Systems in Hickman County, Tennessee that experienced an explosion Friday morning. At least 19 people are unaccounted for. (Video: WTVF Nashville) https://t.co/xEHAeTFXLB pic.twitter.com/OxhaLceMZO
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CBS affiliate WTVF-TV in Nashville reported that several people were missing following the explosion. Footage from the site showed debris scattered across the facility and damaged vehicles in the parking lot.
Accurate Energetic Systems describes itself as a key supplier for military and industrial explosives on its website, highlighting its work in development, handling, and storage of explosive materials. Authorities are continuing to assess the damage and search for those missing.
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