8:30pm Officials announce evening update
Authorities say 18 people remain unaccounted for following the deadly explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems in Hickman County. One person who was initially believed to be on site was later found safe at home.
More than 300 emergency personnel responded to the scene throughout the day, and recovery efforts are expected to continue through the weekend. Investigators are still working to confirm who was at the facility at the time of the explosion, and family notifications remain ongoing.
The ATF’s National Response Team is expected to arrive Saturday to assist state and local officials in processing what authorities described as a complex scene.
Residents who find debris believed to be from the explosion are urged to contact their local sheriff’s office so trained personnel can respond safely.
Officials say their focus tonight remains on supporting the families and loved ones of those affected by the tragedy.
4:46pm 'It's hell on us and it's hell on everybody involved:' Officials hold third press conference
4:07pm MNPD Bomb Squad on scene
At the request of the FBI, the MNPD Bomb Squad has responded to McEwen, 60 miles west of Nashville, to assist in processing the scene of this morning's devastating explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems' plant. Chief John Drake expresses our sincere condolences to that… pic.twitter.com/7iOnINptKJ
— Metro Nashville PD (@MNPDNashville) October 10, 2025
3:35pm Governor Bill Lee posts a response
We are monitoring the ongoing situation in Hickman County & state agencies are responding in partnership with local & federal agencies. We ask Tennesseans to join us in prayer for the families impacted by this tragic incident.
— Gov. Bill Lee (@GovBillLee) October 10, 2025
2:17pm Officials host second press conference
What we know about Accurate Energetic Systems
1:40pm Tenn. Dept. of Transportation Update
Maintenance crews continue to support with traffic control as this investigation in the Bucksnort/McEwen area continues. SR 230 remains closed in both directions. HELP Units are on standby as needed.
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11:24am Williamson Co. Emergency Management Agency issues statement
Our hearts are with everyone affected by the explosion at Accurate Energetics Systems in McEwen, TN. We are deploying the Williamson County MC3 mobile command and communications vehicle to support response and coordination efforts on scene. pic.twitter.com/O9AECVyPHF
— Williamson County Emergency Management Agency (@WCTNEMA) October 10, 2025
10:55am Humphrey's Co. Sheriff hosts press conference
At least 19 people are unaccounted for following an explosion at a Tennessee explosives manufacturer on Friday, according to officials from Humphrey's County.
- Scene is secured
9:27am Tenn. Dept. of Transportation Update
HICKMAN/HUMPHREYS CO: @myTDOT is closing SR 230 (Tanyard Branch Rd) north of I-40 in the Bucksnort area following reports of an explosion. Follow local media for updates on the investigation.
— ErinTDOT (@ErinTDOT) October 10, 2025
Around 7:45am Friday morning
The explosion took place just before 8 a.m. at Accurate Energetic Systems in the Bucksnort area along the Hickman County/Humphreys County line.
Home footage from a NewsChannel 5 viewer about two miles away captures the moment the explosives plant exploded.
AES specializes in the development, manufacture, handling, and storage of products and explosives for military, aerospace, and commercial demolition markets.
Emergency services are currently on the scene working to address the situation. ATF and TBI are also on scene.
You are asked to please avoid the area at this time.
TEMA says they are currently supporting local officials in Hickman and Humphreys counties with the response and have deployed District Coordinators to support local response efforts.
Do you have more information about this story? You can email me at kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com.
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