Tragedy Strikes Givaudan Plant: Explosion Claims Two Lives in Kentucky

A deadly explosion at Givaudan's Louisville plant has resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries. The incident, which occurred at the Sense Colour factory, prompted a shelter-in-place order. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of this hazardous event.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 13-11-2024 18:00 IST | Created: 13-11-2024 18:00 IST
Tragedy Strikes Givaudan Plant: Explosion Claims Two Lives in Kentucky
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An explosion at the Givaudan plant in Louisville, Kentucky, has tragically claimed the lives of two workers, with several others injured. The blast occurred on Tuesday at the company's Sense Colour factory, the Swiss firm confirmed on Wednesday.

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg stated that firefighters rescued many people from the site, with first responders transporting 12 individuals with injuries ranging from minor to critical. An investigation into the incident's cause is underway, with Givaudan cooperating fully with authorities and agencies.

The local government issued a shelter-in-place order for those within a one-mile radius of the factory due to a hazardous materials incident. The community remains on alert as the situation develops.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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