Louisville Factory Explosion Leaves Two Dead, Several Injured at Givaudan Sense Colour
A tragic explosion at the Givaudan Sense Colour factory in Louisville, Kentucky, has left two employees dead, with multiple others injured. The explosion, which occurred Tuesday afternoon, caused a partial building collapse and shattered windows in nearby homes and businesses, according to company officials.
The factory, which specializes in producing colorings for food and beverages, released a statement expressing deep sympathy: “We are grieving with the families, friends, and loved ones of those that were lost and injured during this very difficult time.” Firefighters arrived quickly on the scene, rescuing and evacuating many employees, including some who sustained life-threatening injuries.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg confirmed in a statement that everyone working at the factory during the incident has been accounted for. As of Tuesday night, at least 11 employees had been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. According to Greenberg, preliminary reports from employees indicated that plant operations appeared normal before the blast occurred.
As investigators work to determine the exact cause, Louisville residents and the Givaudan Sense Colour community are left mourning and hoping for the recovery of those injured in this tragic accident.
Source : Swifteradio.com
