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.