about an explosion at the company’s facility. San Jacinto County Sheriff Greg Capers said that officials began receiving calls shortly after 8 a.m. 20, Station Casinos announced on Tuesday. Officials said a preliminary investigation found the explosion happened when an employee noticed a container leaking with chemicals and tried to use a forklift to lift the container, after which there was an ignition. 1 day ago &0183 &32 LAS VEGAS (KTNV) Durango Resort wont open as scheduled on Nov.
Officials in San Jacinto County said the explosion took place at Sound Resource Solutions, a company that recycles and repackages various chemicals.
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