Tank implosion at Washington mill leaves 1 dead, 9 others unaccounted

Published
May 27, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Longview, Washington
Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. in Longview, along the Columbia River
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Incident type
Fire, Workplace

Summary

Vehicle Fire Longview Washington in Longview, Washington: A tank implosion at a Washington paper mill killed at least one worker and injured nine others, including a firefighter. The incident occurred as part of a larger pattern of hazardous chemical incidents in the region.

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Tank implosion at Washington mill leaves 1 dead, 9 others unaccounted

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