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October 13, 2025

16 Killed as Explosion Destroys Tennessee Explosives Factory
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In Tennessee, investigators say 16 people are confirmed dead following a
massive explosion at a munitions plant on Friday. The blast left the
rural factory in ruins and rattled homes more than 15 miles away. The
cause of the disaster is under investigation. The Accurate Energetic
Systems plant was under federal contract to produce bulk explosives and
landmines for the U.S. Army and Navy.


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