A catastrophic explosion at a military explosives manufacturing facility in Bucksnort, Tennessee, has left 19 individuals missing and multiple casualties, according to Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis. The incident occurred on Friday, completely leveling the factory and causing widespread destruction. Aerial footage revealed charred debris, smoldering vehicles, and little remaining of the facility, which is owned by Accurate Energetic Systems. Sheriff Davis, visibly emotional during a media briefing, confirmed that four or five people were hospitalized, with several fatalities reported. He described the scene as “gone,” emphasizing the devastating impact of the blast. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, with local and federal agencies, including the FBI and ATF, collaborating on a “slow and methodical” inquiry. Accurate Energetic Systems has ceased operations, affecting approximately 75 employees. The company is now focusing on supporting affected families and staff. This is not the first incident at the site; a similar explosion in 2014, involving Rio Ammunition, resulted in one death and three injuries. The community remains in shock as authorities work to determine the cause and ensure safety.