2 dead in Kentucky factory explosion that also damaged surrounding neighborhood

Associated Press

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A company says two employees have died following an explosion at a Louisville, Kentucky, factory that caused a partial collapse of the building and blew out windows in nearby homes and businesses. The explosion occurred Tuesday afternoon at Givaudan Sense Colour, which produces colorings for food and drinks. Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg says firefighters rescued and evacuated many people from the building, including some with life-threatening injuries. Greenberg says officials have accounted for everyone who was working at the plant at the time. A spokesperson for the mayor says 10 others are injured. The cause is under investigation.