Explosion at Borden Dairy Plant in London, Kentucky Injures Four

Chemical Explosion at Borden Dairy Plant

• 💥 An explosion occurred at the Borden Dairy plant in London, Kentucky, around 7:00 AM.
• ⚠️ The incident involved a chemical release and explosion, prompting a response from the London Fire Department.

Cause and Chemical Involved

• 🧪 The explosion was caused by a chemical called Hyperflex, an acidic sanitizer.
• ⚛️ Hyperflex contains phosphoric acid and nitric acid and is corrosive, posing health risks upon direct contact.

Injuries and Decontamination

• 🤕 Four people at the plant sustained injuries, none of which are life-threatening.
• 🩹 Injuries reported include chemical burns and a broken leg for one individual.
• 🧼 Decontamination operations are underway at both the plant and the hospital treating the injured.

Borden Company Overview

• 🥛 The affected plant is one of four milk plants owned by Borden, which is headquartered in Dallas.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Borden employs approximately 1,700 people and produces over 35 dairy products.