Explosion at Kentucky business injures 11 workers, shatters windows in surrounding neighborhood [Video]

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — At least 11 workers were taken to hospitals after an explosion Tuesday at a Louisville, Kentucky, business that produces natural color for foods and drinks.

The explosion, which happened at Givaudan Sense Colour, knocked out windows and blew in doors in nearby homes and businesses. News video footage showed an industrial building with the middle section burned and partially collapsed. The cause remained unknown.

The University of Louisville Hospital treated seven of the injured, two of whom were in critical condition, said Dr. Jason Smith, chief medical officer for University of Louisville Health.

Hospital officials activated decontamination procedures for the victims – a process that involves removing their clothing and all the chemicals on them, then taking them for evaluation and treatment, Smith said.

A Givaudan spokesperson didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment Tuesday night. No one answered the phone at the company’s Louisville office, …