A tragic explosion occurred at the Tyson Foods plant in Camilla, Georgia, late Thursday night, December 26. It claimed the life of a trucker's wife who was resting in a sleeper cab. The explosion was due to a boiler malfunction.
The incident: The explosion led to part of the building collapsing on the truck. Sadly, the truck driver's wife was inside the sleeper, killed by the falling debris.
- The driver, who was inside the building during the explosion, was unharmed but waiting anxiously for news about his wife.
- First responders worked through the night and were able to contain the fire by early Friday morning.
The aftermath: The woman's body was recovered from the wreckage the following afternoon. Meanwhile, one other person suffered critical injuries, and several others were severely burned.
According to the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU), there's a call for an investigation to ensure worker safety at poultry plants. RWDSU has pledged support for all impacted reported WALB.
Looking forward: Tyson Foods is cooperating with local authorities to uncover the cause of the explosion. The plant remains a critical part of the local economy, stressing the need for a swift, thorough investigation and reopening to secure jobs for the community.