Longview paper mill disaster could be ‘deadliest industrial tragedy in modern Washington state history,’ governor says - Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB

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A disaster at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, has resulted in an estimated 11 fatalities. The incident occurred when the mill’s implosion caused a release of caustic chemicals into the environment.

According to reports, the chemicals involved are white liquor, which is used in the production process. The exact nature and extent of the chemical release are still being assessed.

Rescue efforts have shifted from search and rescue operations to recovery and cleanup efforts. Contaminated water from the implosion is currently being flushed through the mill’s ditch system.

The incident has raised concerns about environmental contamination, with reports indicating that the Columbia River has been tainted by the chemicals released during the implosion. The fate of several missing workers remains unknown.

Governor [Name] has stated that the disaster could be considered the deadliest industrial tragedy in modern Washington state history. An investigation into the cause of the incident is ongoing.

Details about the incident, including the number of injured and the extent of the environmental damage, are still emerging.

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