Explosion Archives

30-Ton Shipment of Explosive Chemical Disappears, Investigations Launched

A huge shipment of a dangerous explosive chemical has disappeared while being transported by rail between Wyoming and California, according to reports. The disappearance of the 30-ton shipment of ammonium nitrate, a chemical used as both fertilizer and as a component in explosives, has triggered four separate investigations. A railcar…

Chemical Plant Explodes in Georgia, Evacuation Order Issued

An evacuation order has been issued to local residents after a chemical plant in Brunswick, Georgia exploded in a huge fireball. Authorities issued a shelter-in-place order for anybody within a one-mile radius of the Pinova facility before evacuating the area as firefighters battled the massive blaze. Firefighters from a number…

Fuel Storage Facility Explodes Suddenly in Indonesia, at Least 15 Dead

A large fuel storage facility in Indonesia has exploded, triggering a huge blaze and killing at least 15 people, according to reports. The fuel storage station is located near a densely populated neighborhood in the nation's capital Jakarta. After the explosion, the fire spread through the neighborhood for more than…

3 Separate Oil Facilities Explode Suddenly in 24 Hours

Three oil facilities in separate locations across Mexico and the United States have suffered huge fires after sudden explosions, according to reports. The explosions all occurred in the space of 24 hours. All three facilities, including one in Texas, are controlled by the state-owned Mexican oil company, Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX).…

Industrial Facility Explodes in Florida, Killing Two People

A huge explosion at an industrial facility in Medley, Florida has left two people dead and several more injured, according to reports. Massive plumes of smoke can be seen filling the skies as the factory was engulfed by a large blaze. According to footage obtained from nearby businesses and TV…

Huge Explosion Destroys Ohio Manufacturing Plant

Multiple fire crews in Ohio have been battling a large blaze after a huge explosion destroyed a Cleveland-area manufacturing plant. According to Fox 8, witnesses said an explosion occurred at the I Schumann & Co. metal and paint plant in Bedford just after 2 pm on Monday. The factory produces…

BP Oil Refinery Plant Explodes in Ohio

A BP oil refinery plant has exploded in Ohio, killing two people, according to reports. The incident is the fourth such explosion since June. The BP Toledo refinery was “safely shut down” in response to the huge fire. Video of the aftermath shows massive flames erupting from the plant with…

Massive Explosion Rocks Chicago, at Least Eight People Injured

A massive explosion has rocked Chicago today, injuring at least 8 people, according to authorities. Three of the casualties have been critically injured. The Chicago Fire Department said: "There was an explosion at Central & West End. "The adjacent building is being evacuated. "There are a number of transports. "Update…

Explosion Rocks Hoover Dam in Nevada

The Hoover Dam in Nevada has been rocked by a huge explosion, according to reports. Police in Boulder City, Nevada have been dispatched to the dam following reports of an explosion Tuesday morning. Videos posted on social media showed a large plume of smoke and a fire at the base…