Quemaduras alcalinas causan la mayoría de muertes en la explosión de la fábrica de papel de Longview

Quemaduras alcalinas causan la mayoría de muertes en la explosión de la fábrica de papel de Longview

Un tanque químico explotó en la planta de papel Nippon Dynawave en Longview, Washington, provocando muertes y heridas entre los trabajadores, informó KOMO. Los bomberos de Longview y los equipos de emergencia del condado de Cowlitz respondieron rápidamente, trasladando a los heridos a los hospitales PeaceHealth St. John y Southwest Medical Center, según OPB. CBS News señaló que inicialmente se confirmó una muerte y nueve trabajadores desaparecidos, lo que desencadenó una intensa búsqueda.

Oregon Public Broadcasting informó que el número de fallecidos aumentó a dos, mientras que se presuponía la muerte de los nueve desaparecidos. Posteriormente, KATU confirmó la recuperación e identificación de los nueve desaparecidos y NBC News anunció que el total de víctimas mortales ascendía a once. El forense del condado de Cowlitz determinó que diez de las muertes fueron causadas por quemaduras químicas alcalinas y clasificó todas las muertes como accidentales, informó KATU.

Actores

Nippon Dynawave Longview Fire Department Washington State Department of Ecology PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Cowlitz County firefighters

Ubicaciones

Nippon Dynawave facility

Artículos

11 de junio de 2026
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New autopsy findings released for victims of Nippon Dynawave disaster in Longview
New autopsy findings released for victims of Nippon Dynawave disaster in Longview

KATU • 11 de jun 22:06

The Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office concluded that alkaline chemical burns caused most of the fatalities in the May 26 Nippon Dynawave tank implosion, ruling all deaths accidental.

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31 de mayo de 2026
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Longview paper mill mourns 11 workers lost after chemical tank collapse
Longview paper mill mourns 11 workers lost after chemical tank collapse

KOMO • 31 de may 05:49

A chemical tank failure at a paper mill in Longview has resulted in the deaths of 11 workers, marking it as one of the deadliest workplace incidents in recent US history.

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All missing victims recovered in Washington paper mill explosion
All missing victims recovered in Washington paper mill explosion

NBC News • 31 de may 02:03

Officials confirmed the recovery of all missing victims from a recent paper mill explosion in Longview, Washington, which resulted in 11 fatalities.

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Longview officials recover and identify all nine missing in Nippon mill tank implosion
Longview officials recover and identify all nine missing in Nippon mill tank implosion

KATU • 31 de may 00:11

Officials have confirmed the recovery and identification of all nine workers missing following the explosion at the Nippon Dynawave paper mill in Longview, Washington.

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28 de mayo de 2026
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Confirmed death toll climbs to 8 in Longview paper mill disaster
Confirmed death toll climbs to 8 in Longview paper mill disaster

Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB • 28 de may 23:38

The death toll from the chemical tank rupture at the Nippon Dynawave mill in Longview has risen to eight, with three more individuals presumed dead as recovery efforts continue in hazardous conditions.

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'From rescue to recovery' | Grim task ahead for crews as death toll rises in Nippon blast
'From rescue to recovery' | Grim task ahead for crews as death toll rises in Nippon blast

KATU • 28 de may 02:20

A chemical explosion at the Nippon Dynawave facility in Longview, Washington, has resulted in a second confirmed death, with ongoing recovery efforts amid environmental concerns.

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27 de mayo de 2026
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Longview paper mill disaster could be ‘deadliest industrial tragedy in modern Washington state history’
Longview paper mill disaster could be ‘deadliest industrial tragedy in modern Washington state history’

Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB • 27 de may 21:58

The death toll from a chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. in Longview has reached two, with nine others presumed dead as investigations begin into the incident.

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Hope fades for nine missing after paper mill tank implosion in Washington state
Hope fades for nine missing after paper mill tank implosion in Washington state

The Guardian • 27 de may 16:02

Rescue operations are underway at a Longview, Washington paper mill where a tank explosion killed one and left nine workers missing. Authorities have indicated that expectations of survivors are low.

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At least 1 dead, 9 workers missing after chemical tank implosion at Washington state paper mill
At least 1 dead, 9 workers missing after chemical tank implosion at Washington state paper mill

CBS News • 27 de may 13:13

One person has died and nine workers are missing after a chemical tank imploded at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, leading to multiple injuries among employees and responders.

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Deaths Reported at Washington State Paper Mill After Chemical Tank Ruptures
Deaths Reported at Washington State Paper Mill After Chemical Tank Ruptures

The New York Times • 27 de may 05:03

One fatality and injuries to nine others were reported following a chemical tank rupture at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Longview, Washington, where hazardous material poses ongoing risks.

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26 de mayo de 2026
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Chemical implosion kills multiple people at Longview paper mill
Chemical implosion kills multiple people at Longview paper mill

The Seattle Times • 26 de may 19:45

A significant chemical explosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview has led to several deaths and numerous injuries. Authorities have stated there is no immediate public health threat.

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Longview industrial implosion causes fatalities, critical injuries, officials confirm
Longview industrial implosion causes fatalities, critical injuries, officials confirm

Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB • 26 de may 18:57

A chemical tank implosion at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company in Longview, Washington, has resulted in one confirmed death and multiple injuries, with several individuals transported to local hospitals for treatment.

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Multiple injuries after Longview rocked by 'major chemical explosion' at paper mill
Multiple injuries after Longview rocked by 'major chemical explosion' at paper mill

KOMO • 26 de may 16:11

A significant chemical explosion at the Nippon Dynawave plant in Longview has resulted in multiple injuries, prompting a swift response from emergency services.

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