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The explosion is said to have taken place at 1901 Payne Street. LEO Weekly

The Louisville Metro Fire Department has responded to an explosion in the Clifton neighborhood on the 1900 block of Payne St. after a large explosion that could be heard and felt as far as Oldham County, according to local residents.

The explosion, believed to have occurred at Givaudan Sense Colour plant, is said to contain hazardous materials.

MetroSafe confirmed to LEO Weekly that a large explosion took place at about 3 p.m., and has advised for the public to stay away from the area in a one-mile radius.

According to emergency services, the fire is considered a “hazardous materials incident,” with a shelter in place taking effect for a one-mile radius.

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This article appears in Nov 4-19, 2024.

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Caleb is currently the Editor in Chief for LEO Weekly from Southern Indiana, AKA the Suburbs of Louisville, and has worked for other news outlets, including The Courier Journal and Spectrum News 1 KY....