Chemical tank implosion in Washington state kills one worker and leaves nine missing

A massive chemical tank holding nearly a million gallons of a highly corrosive liquid imploded and collapsed Tuesday at a Washington paper mill, killing at least one worker and leaving nine others unaccounted for with no hope for rescue, authorities said.

Chemical tank implosion in Washington state kills one worker and leaves nine missing

TL;DR

  • A massive chemical tank imploded at a Washington paper mill.
  • The tank contained nearly a million gallons of a highly corrosive liquid.
  • At least one worker died in the incident.
  • Nine other workers are unaccounted for.
  • Authorities have indicated there is no hope for rescue for the missing individuals.