11 Impact Plastics workers swept away by flooding during Hurricane Helene, 2 dead, 4 missing; TBI investigating potential criminal violations.
During Hurricane Helene, 11 workers at the Impact Plastics factory in Erwin, Tennessee, were swept away by flooding, with only five rescued. Two have been confirmed dead, and four remain missing. Allegations suggest workers were not allowed to leave in time to avoid the storm. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into potential criminal violations related to the incident, as the death toll from the hurricane exceeds 150 across affected states.
October 02, 2024
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