Possible explosion at Sherwin-Williams plant in Texas, police say

At least one person was injured. The facility is on fire, police said.

August 7, 2023, 5:21 AM

At least one person was injured in a possible explosion at a Sherwin-Williams facility in Texas early Monday, authorities said.

The victim -- an employee at the paint manufacturing plant -- was treated on scene in Garland, northeast of Dallas. The structure is on fire and multiple roadways in and around the area are closed, according to the Garland Police Department.

Authorities responded to reports of an explosion and fire at a Sherwin-Williams plant in Garland, Texas, on Aug.7, 2023.
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