On October 11, local time, Sheriff Davis of Humphreys County, Tennessee, USA, stated that so far, no explosions have occurred at the military explosives factory."No survivors were found" at the accident site. At least 18 people are missing and may have died..


The explosion occurred during the morning shift on the 10th local time. It was so powerful that the earthquake was felt 15 miles (approximately 24 kilometers) away. Local residents described "the house as if it was overturned." The accident site was in ruins, and more than 300 rescuers participated in the search and rescue.

Officials said there are unstable chemicals in the factory area and controlled detonation will be carried out to prevent secondary explosions.Search and rescue and investigation are still ongoing, the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have intervened.

Previously, according to US media reports citing local officials,The explosion left 19 people missing and may have died. (CCTV reporter Cao Jian)