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Explosion at Illinois Ammunition Factory Kills One, Injures Two Others

  • An explosion at an ammunition factory in East Alton, Illinois killed one employee and injured two others.
  • The explosion involved a truck at the factory, which is owned by Olin Corporation and operated by Winchester.
  • The explosion was heard throughout the city and is being investigated by Winchester.
  • Winchester manufactures ammunition for various markets, including the U.S. military.
  • The cause of the explosion is still unknown.
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