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Texas City Explosion, 1947

Texas City Explosion, 2005

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Explosion occurred aboard the vessel SS Grandcamp in the port of Texas City, TX, on April 16, 1947. The official death count of 581 makes this incident the deadliest industrial accident in US history. Over 5000 people were injured and over 500 homes were destroyed.

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