Seven Recovered in Longview Chemical Disaster

Another victim recovered in Longview’s deadly paper mill chemical spill, bringing total fatalities to seven with two still missing. The tank, holding over half a million gallons of caustic wood-pulping liquid, collapsed Tuesday morning, triggering a hazardous rescue operation. Fire crews worked through the night to clear dangerous residue, enabling deeper searches while avoiding the most unstable zones. Among the fallen: brothers Tyler and Brad Covington, electrician Gilbert Bernal, and trivia-loving John Forsberg. Eight injured, including a firefighter, but city water and river recreation remain safe—though fish deaths in drainage ditches have raised concerns. Nippon Paper Group has offered condolences as the tight-knit industrial community mourns the loss of coworkers and neighbors. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/96ee7af9402f96e2