Gas-related explosions and fire

[Liliea]

Malaysia fire: Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodes​

This morning, residents in the suburbs of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia woke up to a deafening explosion that sparked a massive fire. The explosion was caused by the collapse of a subway gas pipeline in the Putra Heights neighborhood in the state of Selangor.
As a result, at least 63 people were injured and nearby houses were quickly evacuated.
Testimonies from residents indicate that the doors and windows of their homes shook due to the impact of the initial explosion.
Flames were visible for miles around, causing panic among residents and prompting a rapid response by emergency crews.
Dozens of Selangor firefighters were deployed to bring the fire under control.
Although there was initial speculation of an attack, fire department director Wan Mohamad Razali Wan Ismail confirmed that the cause of the fire was a burst pipe.

Malaysia fire: huge blaze erupts near Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodes

Inferno spread to nearby homes, trapping residents, while full extent of damage still being assessed

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[mxwlll0]

Not exactly gas, but an explosives facility exploded. Being called massive with 19 people missing

‘Multiple’ dead, others missing after ‘devastating’ blast at TN explosives plant

Authorities confirmed that “multiple” are dead after a “massive” explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems near Bucksnort just before 8 a.m.

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BUCKSNORT, Tenn. (WSMV) - Authorities have confirmed that one person believed to have been at a Tennessee explosives facility when a deadly explosion occurred has been found safe.

At this time, 18 people remain unaccounted for. Authorities said one person, who was believed to have been at Accurate Energetic Systems when the explosion happened, was found safely at home.

Investigators are still working to determine how many people were at the facility when the explosion happened.

Earlier Friday afternoon, the Humphreys County sheriff fought back tears as he said the search continues for those missing after a deadly explosion at a Tennessee explosives facility.

“I ask you to keep in mind those families,” Sheriff Chris Davis said during a press conference Friday afternoon.

As of Friday afternoon, officials are still working to notify next of kin for those that were in the Accurate Energetic Systems when a blast went off.

According to the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency’s Flash Report on the incident, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has established a hotline to coordinate missing person reports. That number is 1-800-TBI-FIND/1-800-824-3463, and the TBI said callers should be prepared to share information.

“We’re trying. It’s massive, it’s a massive situation,” he said.

Davis said the Friday morning explosion in was unlike anything he’d seen in his career.

“Can I describe the building? There’s nothing to describe, it’s gone,” he said. “It’s the most devastating scene that I’ve seen in my career.”

Four or five people were taken to the hospital for the treatment after the blast. He said that the scene has been secured.

Davis emphasized how much he cares about those still unaccounted for.

“More than just a person, they’re a soul to me,” he said.

He confirmed that the explosion is under a criminal investigation, but Davis said that designation is routine.

The sheriff said that the response Friday has been grueling. Crews are still searching the property, he said during a press conference Friday afternoon.

“It’s hell on us, it’s hell on everybody involved,” he said.

About Accurate Energetic Systems:

Overview of Accurate Energetic Systems


Accurate Energetic Systems, LLC (AES) is a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in energetics and explosives products. “Energetics” in this context refers to materials and systems that release high amounts of energy rapidly, such as high explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics used in military, aerospace, and commercial applications. The company focuses on precision-engineered solutions for defense, demolition, mining, and oil/gas sectors.


History and Operations


• Founded: 1980, headquartered in McEwen, Tennessee (near the Hickman and Humphreys County line, about 60 miles west of Nashville).


• Ownership: Certified as a Small Business Administration (SBA) Women-Owned Small Business.


• Products and Services: AES develops, manufactures, handles, and stores a wide range of energetic materials, including:


• TNT and other high explosive compositions.


• Demolition charges, claymore mines, and explosive powders for large-caliber shells.


• Specialty items for structural demolition, strategic breaching, and aerospace applications.


• Clients: Primarily the U.S. Department of Defense (e.g., Army and Navy contracts), defense primes, aerospace firms, and commercial sectors like demolition and mining.


• Scale: Employs around 100–200 people (based on pre-2025 estimates); has expanded through acquisitions, R&D, and capital investments.


Recent Incident (October 10, 2025 Explosion)


Given the current date (October 11, 2025), AES is in the headlines due to a catastrophic explosion at its manufacturing facility in Bucksnort, Tennessee, yesterday morning (around 7:45–7:48 a.m. CDT). Key details:


• Casualties: Multiple fatalities confirmed (exact toll pending); at least 18–19 people missing and feared dead; 3–4 injuries (minor, with most treated and released).


• Impact: The blast destroyed a building (referred to as “Building 6”), scattered debris over a wide area, ignited fires in vehicles, and produced a massive smoke plume visible on weather radar. The shockwave was felt miles away, rattling homes up to 20+ miles distant.


• Response: Multiple agencies (local fire, sheriff’s offices, ATF, FBI) are on-site, conducting search-and-rescue amid risks of secondary explosions. The fire was contained but complicated full access.


• Company Statement: AES described it as a “tragic accident” and expressed condolences to affected families and the community.


Past Safety Record


AES has a history of workplace incidents and regulatory scrutiny:


• 2014 Explosion: A blast at the same McEwen facility killed 1 worker and injured 3 others; about 20 employees were inside, and the building sustained major damage.


• 2019 OSHA Inspection: Fined $7,200 for violations including inadequate personal protective equipment, exposure to contaminants, and insufficient employee safety training. The company contested and settled the citations.


• Injury Reports: From 2016–2024, AES reported 46 work-related injuries to OSHA but no deaths in that period (pre-2025 incident).


• Lawsuits: In 2016, families of the 2014 victims filed a wrongful death suit seeking millions, naming AES and related entities.


Broader Context


AES positions itself as a leader in “precision energetics for every mission,” emphasizing customized, high-quality products. It actively participates in industry events like the AFA Air Warfare Symposium, NDIA Munitions Summit, and AUSA Global Force. However, the 2025 explosion has renewed questions about safety protocols in the high-risk energetics sector. Investigations into the cause are ongoing, with no foul play indicated so far.


For the latest updates, check official sources like the Humphreys County Sheriff’s Office or AES’s website (aesys.biz). If this isn’t the “Accurate Energetic Systems” you meant (e.g., a different context like physics or a typo), provide more details!

 

[Ruth]

Not exactly gas, but an explosives facility exploded. Being called massive with 19 people missing

‘Multiple’ dead, others missing after ‘devastating’ blast at TN explosives plant

Authorities confirmed that “multiple” are dead after a “massive” explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems near Bucksnort just before 8 a.m.

www.wsmv.com

About Accurate Energetic Systems:

Isn't it strange, (and somewhat tragic), that my first instinct was to wonder if this was one of Netanyahu's false flags? I believe he did mention Tennessee as a potential "target" (along with Miami?)..... Not from them, of course, just the people they want to attack.....

Having problems with the Southern States, are we Bibi? I bet you are! Hopefully they haven't infiltrated the ATF overly much, and please excuse my rampant speculation.

 

[mabar]

Italy. Shocking accident on the A1 motorway, LPG tanker explodes: damage to motorway service station

Moments of terror on the A1 motorway this evening. Due to an accident that occurred shortly after 5 p.m. in the direction of Naples at km 709 of the A1 Milan-Naples motorway, the section between Caianello and Capua was temporarily closed in both directions. Two heavy goods vehicles were involved: one of them, which was transporting LPG, caught fire following the accident.

13K views · 46 reactions | TEANO – Esplosione di un'autocisterna nell'Autogrill: devastazione e panico, ma nessun ferito Una violenta esplosione ha colpito nelle prime ore del pomeriggio l'Autogrill di Teano Ovest, situato poco prima del casello di C

TEANO – Esplosione di un'autocisterna nell'Autogrill: devastazione e panico, ma nessun ferito Una violenta esplosione ha colpito nelle prime ore del pomeriggio l'Autogrill di Teano Ovest, situato...

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9.7K views · 81 reactions | 📰 Paura sull’A1 nel Casertano. Un’esplosione ha coinvolto una cisterna carica di gas lungo la corsia sud dell’autostrada A1, nel tratto tra San Vittore e Caianello, nei pressi di un’area di servizio a Teano. La deflagrazi

📰 Paura sull’A1 nel Casertano. Un’esplosione ha coinvolto una cisterna carica di gas lungo la corsia sud dell’autostrada A1, nel tratto tra San Vittore e Caianello, nei pressi di un’area di servizio...

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Italy. Shocking accident on the A1 motorway, LPG tanker explodes: damage to motorway service station

13K views · 46 reactions | TEANO – Esplosione di un'autocisterna nell'Autogrill: devastazione e panico, ma nessun ferito Una violenta esplosione ha colpito nelle prime ore del pomeriggio l'Autogrill di Teano Ovest, situato poco prima del casello di C

TEANO – Esplosione di un'autocisterna nell'Autogrill: devastazione e panico, ma nessun ferito Una violenta esplosione ha colpito nelle prime ore del pomeriggio l'Autogrill di Teano Ovest, situato...

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9.7K views · 81 reactions | 📰 Paura sull’A1 nel Casertano. Un’esplosione ha coinvolto una cisterna carica di gas lungo la corsia sud dell’autostrada A1, nel tratto tra San Vittore e Caianello, nei pressi di un’area di servizio a Teano. La deflagrazi

📰 Paura sull’A1 nel Casertano. Un’esplosione ha coinvolto una cisterna carica di gas lungo la corsia sud dell’autostrada A1, nel tratto tra San Vittore e Caianello, nei pressi di un’area di servizio...

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The most disturbing thing about this news is that here in Italy it has not been given much coverage.
I found out about this news from RT ACTUALIDAD, and in all these days I have not seen anything on TV, not even on ANSA, which is the Italian news agency that I control every day.
But looking to see if it was my mistake not seeing it, the news is there but only in the region where the explosion occurred.
In this case I only read the region where I live.

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[Andrian]

Tonight two events had happened that caught my curiosity, the thing is that a few hours before these tragic events ocurred I was sensing something strange in the air, though, that could have been just my imagination, which prompted me to look this morning for the latest news worldwide.

The first event:

On the outskirts of Amsterdam a historic church burned to the ground yesterday, shortly after midnight:

Major fire breaks out at historic church in Amsterdam ​

A church on the outskirts of Amsterdam’s famous Vondelpark went up in flames on Thursday morning, causing the church tower to collapse.

The major fire, which started shortly after midnight, has been declared a regional emergency and several dozen homes have been evacuated. All surrounding streets, close to the historic Vondelkerk church, have been closed off. Videos circulating on social media show dramatic flames engulfing the spire.

The 154-year-old church “cannot be saved” and “the entire church may collapse”, a spokesperson for the Amsterdam-Amstelland Safety Region said.
As of 2:30am the fire remained unabated and a national alert was issued warning locals of heavy smoke. Emergency services remain at the scene and are attempting to extinguish the fire using water from the adjacent Vondelpark. Firefighters are unable to enter the building due to the risk of collapse.

“It’s a very large, historic building. There’s a lot of wood, and the wind also allows the fire to spread easily and widely,” the spokesperson told ANP. “The church’s characteristic appearance has been lost. [It’s a] terribly bad and dramatic start to the new year.”

"This is a very intense and terrible fire in this monumental church,” said Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema. “Our first concern and priority now is the well-being and homes of the immediate residents.” The church, located in the centre of the city, close to Leidseplein – Holland’s most famous nightlife district – dates back to 1872. It is a short walk from the popular Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum.

The cause of the fire is not yet known.

The second event:

Tragedy in Crans-Montana: explosion in a bar during New Year's Eve celebrations with dozens of victims An explosion in the basement of a nightclub caused numerous deaths and injuries in a popular Swiss ski resort, with international rescue and investigations underway. A help line has been set up by the cantonal police on +41848112117, which can also be contacted from Italy. Several people died and others were injured after an explosion at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. The explosion occurred at 01.30 local time in theConstellation Bar, police told the BBC.​

According to information provided by the Valais Cantonal Police, there were approximately 40 dead and 100 injured in the fire in the Constellation bar last night in Crans-Montana. The victims are not identifiable due to the severe burns they suffered. This was explained by the Farnesina in a note. A collection point for family members has been set up at the conference centre, le Regent in Crans-Montana. A help line has been set up by the cantonal police on +41848112117, which can also be contacted from Italy.

The police also confirmed that the incident is not being treated as a terrorist attack. The explosion may have been caused by pyrotechnic devices, writes the Brick newspaper. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the actual cause of the explosion, which occurred in the basement of the bar at around 1.30 a.m..

Police, fire brigade and helicopters are on the spot and the area is completely cordoned off, just as a no-fly zone has been imposed over Crans-Montana. At the time of the explosion there were more than 100 people in the restaurant: there is talk of around 100 injured. Unverified footage circulating on social media shows a fire breaking out in a bar where New Year's Eve celebrations were taking place

Crans-Montana is a renowned ski resort located in the heart of the Swiss Alps, about two hours from the Swiss capital Bern. Fire not suspected
"Right now we are assuming that this is a fire and not an attack". So said Attorney General Beatrice Pilloud during a press conference on the fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. Pilloud explained that the investigation into the cause of the fire has been launched...

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[Gwenllian]

Tonight two events had happened that caught my curiosity, the thing is that a few hours before these tragic events ocurred I was sensing something strange in the air, though, that could have been just my imagination, which prompted me to look this morning for the latest news worldwide.

Interesting. I felt shivery and ill just before midnight and decided to go to bed early and skip the celebrations. It felt as if there would be nothing to celebrate. The news of the destruction of the Vondel church this morning hit me in the stomach and IMO it is a sign that things are going to get really messy very soon. I could be wrong, but the fire has a Notre-Dame vibe. What are the odds that the fire started just after midnight?

 

[Niall]

Interesting. I felt shivery and ill just before midnight and decided to go to bed early and skip the celebrations. It felt as if there would be nothing to celebrate. The news of the destruction of the Vondel church this morning hit me in the stomach and IMO it is a sign that things are going to get really messy very soon. I could be wrong, but the fire has a Notre-Dame vibe. What are the odds that the fire started just after midnight?

Yes, and you're not the only one who's reminded of what happened to Notre Dame. The media's coverage of it is odd, to say the least, vaguely insinuating that the cause of the fire was 'fireworks fired by trouble-makers all over the country on NYE'.

Vondelkerk Church in Amsterdam destroyed in fire on New Year's Eve - Media blames migrants setting off fireworks, but was it?

Celebrations across the country were overshadowed by the huge blaze that destroyed the historic building Two people have died and a historic 19th Century church was burned to the ground following New Year's Eve celebrations in the Netherlands. A...

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[Beau]

The media's coverage of it is odd, to say the least, vaguely insinuating that the cause of the fire was 'fireworks fired by trouble-makers all over the country on NYE'.

Not surprising, since The Netherlands is banning sale of fireworks starting today. Look like the Dutch got a nice little psyop to ring in the new year.