Several people have died and others have suffered critical injuries following a chemical explosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging paper mill in Longview, Washington.According to the Longview Fire Department, the incident happened at approximately 7:15 a.m.local time on Tuesday after a tank containing a substance known as “white liquor” ruptured at the facility.White liquor is a chemical solution commonly used in the paper manufacturing process and can be highly hazardous under industrial conditions.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, with firefighters and other agencies coordinating rescue and recovery efforts alongside company personnel.

Authorities confirmed that multiple people were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, although the exact number of injured individuals has not yet been disclosed.

Officials also confirmed multiple fatalities linked to the explosion, but they have not yet released the total number of deaths pending further investigation and family notifications.

The fire department stated that there was no immediate danger to the surrounding community, though residents were advised to avoid the area while emergency crews continued their operations.

Investigators are now working to determine the exact cause of the tank rupture and whether any safety failures or operational issues contributed to the incident.

The event has drawn significant attention because of the dangerous chemicals involved and the scale of the casualties reported at the industrial site.Authorities said the investigation and recovery process remain ongoing, and additional updates are expected as more information becomes available.