TN - Blast at explosives factory leaves dead, injured and unaccounted for - 10 October 2025

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So is it safe to say the missing were vaporized in the blast?

Seems so.

 

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Community near site of deadly Tennessee plant blast recalls the lives of the 16 killed

Churches near the site of a devasting blast at a rural Tennessee plant devoted Sunday services to the 16 victims and their families as surrounding communities mourn.

apnews.com

 

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Tennessee Explosion Exposes the Civilian Cost of America’s Reliance on Private Munitions Plants

On Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, at about 7:45 a.m. local time, a massive explosion occurred at the Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) explosives manufacturing site in McEwen, Tennessee, west of Nashville.

www.military.com

 

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https://www.tn.gov/tema/news/2025/10/12/flash-report--5-explosion-in-hickman-county.html

Due to the extensive debris and the potential presence of explosive materials, response operations continue to progress slowly and methodically. Controlled detonations will be conducted periodically at the site throughout the day to safely dispose of unstable or hazardous materials. Nearby residents may see black smoke and hear or feel the detonations as they occur.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is assisting with the response through Rapid DNA. Rapid DNA is a fully automated process that develops a DNA profile in under 2 hours, depending on the sample type. It is a quick and portable system that allows for on-site DNA analysis to expedite family reunification in the event of a mass disaster.

Rapid DNA uses similar technology to traditional DNA analysis; however, it is specifically designed for samples with large quantities of DNA from one individual. Its effectiveness depends on the condition of the remains. The process begins by developing DNA profiles from family members for comparison with any unidentified human remains.

 

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16 killed in blast that destroyed a Tennessee military explosives plant, police say

The families of the 16 victims have been notified, officials said on Saturday evening

www.independent.co.uk

The cause of the blast is still under investigation, and it could be weeks or months before authorities can rule out foul play, Davis said. He called it the most “devastating scene” he’s ever seen on Friday, telling reporters, “there's nothing to describe, it’s gone.”

 

[Knox]

Has AES and/or DoD signed any new/recent contracts, etc...?

Post#49.

 

[Dotta]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1977813473825349911

 

[Chimera]

Authorities identify 16 killed in Tennessee explosives factory blast

A shaken sheriff said that a teacher, a neighbour and one of his best friends were among the victims who died in the blast.

www.yahoo.com

The victims were named as :

• Jason Adams,
• Erick Anderson,
• Billy Baker,
• Adam Boatman,
• Christopher Clark,
• Mindy Clifton,
• James Cook,
• Reyna Gillahan,
• LaTeisha Mays,
• Jeremy Moore,
• Melinda Rainey,
• Melissa Stanford,
• Trenton Stewart,
• Rachel Woodall,
• Steven Wright .
• Donald Yowell.

Authorities said the individuals were presumed dead, and the release of their names did not mean their remains had been identified.
That process is ongoing.

In March, Jeremy Moore celebrated his 17-year anniversary at the company, according to an AES Facebook post.

His mother Ava Hinson called for prayer when she did not hear from her son following the explosion. On Monday, after authorities confirmed Mr Moore was among the fatalities, she posted a tribute online also confirming his death.

"Well, I heard it directly from Sheriff Davis's mouth so I guess I have to start believing it. Jeremy Moore 10-20-87 to 10-10-25. Rest in peace my sweet baby boy," she wrote. Moore died 10 days shy of his 38th birthday.


Rest in peace to the deceased.

This may have been preventable and that's so infuriating if true.
Some of the comments.... starting with "Sort by Top", and "C"; are interesting.
There needs to be accountability --if this was negligence on the owner's part !
Imo.

 

[Knox]

Authorities identify 16 killed in Tennessee explosives factory blast

A shaken sheriff said that a teacher, a neighbour and one of his best friends were among the victims who died in the blast.

www.yahoo.com

The victims were named as :

• Jason Adams,
• Erick Anderson,
• Billy Baker,
• Adam Boatman,
• Christopher Clark,
• Mindy Clifton,
• James Cook,
• Reyna Gillahan,
• LaTeisha Mays,
• Jeremy Moore,
• Melinda Rainey,
• Melissa Stanford,
• Trenton Stewart,
• Rachel Woodall,
• Steven Wright .
• Donald Yowell.

Authorities said the individuals were presumed dead, and the release of their names did not mean their remains had been identified.
That process is ongoing.

In March, Jeremy Moore celebrated his 17-year anniversary at the company, according to an AES Facebook post.

His mother Ava Hinson called for prayer when she did not hear from her son following the explosion. On Monday, after authorities confirmed Mr Moore was among the fatalities, she posted a tribute online also confirming his death.

"Well, I heard it directly from Sheriff Davis's mouth so I guess I have to start believing it. Jeremy Moore 10-20-87 to 10-10-25. Rest in peace my sweet baby boy," she wrote. Moore died 10 days shy of his 38th birthday.


Rest in peace to the deceased.

This may have been preventable and that's so infuriating if true.
Some of the comments.... starting with "Sort by Top", and "C"; are interesting.
There needs to be accountability --if this was negligence on the owner's part !
Imo.

I saw a discussion on the explosion with knowledgeable folks. From what I understand, basically water is applied to the floor in this building to prevent static. If static occurs it could cause an explosion.