An explosion occurred at the Sound Resource Solutions chemical factory, which produces glue and paint remover solvents, in Shepherd, Texas, USA. The factory stated that one of their employees was injured in the explosion. The smoke from the fire that formed after the explosion covered the sky and locals were told to stay in their homes and close their windows and doors.
The Polk County Emergency Management Office stated that the chemicals at the factory are carcinogenic and can cause eye, skin, and respiratory diseases.