There was an explosion at a chocolate factory in Pennsylvania

At least two people are dead and nine others are missing after an explosion and subsequent fire at the R.M. Palmer Company chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania.

The explosion occurred at 4:57 p.m. local time. As a result, the factory building collapsed and a neighboring structure was damaged. According to Metropolitan Police Chief Wayne Holben, the cause of the explosion has not yet been determined.

West Reading Hospital spokeswoman Jessica Bezler said eight people were hospitalized as a result of the accident. No information was given about the number of employees still in the factory.

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