Mass Casualty Blast At Tennessee Explosives Site: ‘Several’ Dead, Nearly 20 Missing

Several people are dead and nearly 20 are missing after a massive blast at a Tennessee explosives plant on Friday.

The explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems in Hickman County — around 60 miles southwest of Nashville — was reported just before 8:00 a.m., with officials saying that “several” people are dead and at least 19 people are unaccounted for. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and the Department of Homeland Security were on the scene.

The company, which was established in 1980, says it specializes “in the creation of high-grade explosives for demolition, ensuring rigorous quality and safety standards.” Accurate Energetic Systems makes explosives for “defense and commercial markets.”

The sheriff’s department from neighboring Humphreys County is also assisting in the response. In a press conference on Friday morning, Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis called the scene “very violent,” adding that the explosion “encompassed one whole building.”

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Aerial footage from the scene showed a wide blast area, with rubble and burning vehicles.

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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The sheriff said that authorities had secured the scene to ensure there is no risk of more large explosions. Officials are waiting to notify family members of those dead or missing before they provide any more information on the victims.

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