By:RT.com, 06/12/2013
An enormous explosion shook a chemical plant in Geismer, Louisiana, just south of Baton Rouge on Wednesday. The blast was followed by a huge fire. 33 have been injured in the blast, with no fatalities currently confirmed. Follow RT's LIVE UPDATES on Louisiana plant fire
Emergency crews are on the scene and have reported injuries. A hazardous materials team has also been dispatched to the fire. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality says that the total number of those injured in the blast is 33, WAFB reports. 30 were taken by ambulance, and three airlifted. Currently there have been no reported deaths. However, five trauma patients are being treated by Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, and they expect more, reports NBC 33.
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