Bayer Leverkusen: Explosion at chemical plant
At least one person killed in Leverkusen explosion
Leverkusen, Germany - At least one person has been killed and several others injured in an explosion at a chemical plant in Leverkusen, Germany.
The explosion occurred at around 9:45am local time on Tuesday, July 27, at the Chempark chemical plant, which is operated by Bayer. The cause of the explosion is not yet known, but it is believed to have been caused by a technical fault.
The explosion caused a fire, which is now under control. The plant has been evacuated and the surrounding area has been cordoned off. The chemical plant is located in a densely populated area of Leverkusen, and the explosion has caused significant damage to nearby buildings.
Emergency services are currently on the scene, and the injured are being treated in local hospitals. The extent of the damage is not yet known, but it is expected to be significant.
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