A massive explosion hit the Accurate Energetic Systems explosive‑materials factory in Bucksnort, Tennessee, on Friday, October 10, killing at least 19 people.
Incident Overview
A blast occurred Friday, October 10 at the Accurate Energetic Systems military explosive‑materials factory in Bucksnort, Tennessee, USA. NewsChannel 5 Nashville reported that at least 19 people were missing as a result of the explosion.
Accurate Energetic Systems Facility
The company occupies about 510 hectares and includes eight production buildings and a quality‑control laboratory. It designs, manufactures, and stores explosives for military, aviation, and commercial demolition markets.
Safety Record
Formerly, districts officials claimed the site had no prior safety incidents. However, a 2014 ammunition explosion killed one person and injured three, according to a CNN interview with district mayor Jim Bates.
Current Impact
Sheriff Chris Davis of Humphreys County said that currently several people remain with an unknown fate, supplementing the at‑least‑19 look‑indead count. Further updates are pending from authorities.