The confirmed death toll in the chemical tank explosion at a Washington state paper mill rose to eight on Thursday after crews recovered the remains of six workers, officials said. Three more individuals remain missing and are presumed dead.
The explosion occurred on May 27, 2026, at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging mill in Longview, Washington. The blast involved a tank containing chemicals used in the paper-making process.
Search and recovery operations are ongoing, with crews working to locate the three missing workers. The cause of the explosion is under investigation by local authorities and the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
The company has expressed condolences and is cooperating with investigators. The mill remains closed as the investigation continues.
