August 13, 2026

Board delays hearing as investigation continues into deadly blast

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board was scheduled to hear evidence on Wednesday in Washington, D.C., but postponed the hearing until next month.

Sierra Chemical Company officials contend the blast that killed four workers and flattened the plant near Mustang was caused by sabotage.

But state authorities have blamed poor worker training and hazardous working conditions.

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