Chemical Tank Disaster in Longview, Washington, Claims 11 Lives and Shakes Mill Town
A catastrophic chemical tank rupture occurred at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. in Longview, Washington, resulting in the deaths of 11 people. The incident took place when a tank containing over 500,000 gallons of a chemical mixture used in paper production collapsed, releasing a flood of caustic chemicals. This disaster is one of the deadliest workplace accidents in recent U.S. history. The mill, a significant employer in the region, has deep ties to the community, with many residents having familial connections to the industry. The rupture caused extensive damage, overturning vehicles and damaging buildings. Authorities have recovered and identified all victims, and an investigation into the cause of the collapse is ongoing. 
