Louisville residents ordered to shelter in place after building explosion

Louisville residents on Tuesday afternoon were told to "shelter in place" after a building exploded reportedly containing hazardous material.

The explosion occurred in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville, according to CNN affiliate WLKY, and at least 11 people have been taken to the hospital. The explosion reportedly occurred at a Givaudan Sense Colour store, which makes natural food colorings.

“There has been a hazardous materials incident at 1901 Payne St. A shelter in place order has been issued for those in a one mile radius,” the Louisville Metro Government said on X.

As of press time, the shelter-in-place order has been lifted, but an evacuation order is in effect for the two blocks around the building.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said it’s responding to the “critical incident," per the New York Post. Authorities are also concerned about an ammonia leak, the outlets reported.

Misty Severi is an evening news reporter for Just The News. You can follow her on X for more coverage.