Christopher Coker, 35, killed in explosion at Liquid Transfer Terminals in Bainbridge, Georgia

Modified Date: 
Sat, 03/27/2021 - 10:03am
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, August 19, 2015

One Dead at Fertilizer Plant Explosion in Bainbridge

Bainbridge Public Safety is saying there was an explosion Wednesday morning that has killed one person. BPS says on their Facebook page the explosion happened at Liquid Transfer Terminals, a Fertilizer Plant on 1025 Dickerson Street. Officers say that several streets were evacuated as well as area factories but roadways were reopened after 5 p.m.  Authorities say a man who died was welding on the top of the tank which is what authorities believe caused the spark. A second person was on their way to continue the work when the explosion happened. That person is not reported to have suffered any injuries. 

Name of Man Killed in Bainbridge Explosion Released

According to the City of Bainbridge, Christopher Coker, 35, was the Assistant Manager at Liquid Transfer Terminals. Officials say that all area residents have been allowed to return to their homes and that four firefighters were given medical treatment as a result of the heat from the fire, smoke, and fumes from the chemicals.

People Involved: 
Christopher Coker

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