Six missing after explosion, fire in German chemical plant
An explosion and fire this morning at a massive chemical plant in Lampertheim, Germany has killed one person and injured seven others, six seriously. News sources are reported that six people are missing, although they are warn that the incident is still unfolding and new information could become available.
Smoke rose hundreds of feet into the air, prompting warnings to area residents and those of nearby towns and cities to close their windows. Motorists were also told to avoid the area. Five hours after the incident, small fires were still burning in the area, although officials said they were under control.