Fatal Explosion at Pennsylvania Chocolate Factory Leaves Multiple Casualties and Missing Workers

An explosion at the R.M. Palmer chocolate factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania, has killed five people and left six missing. The cause of the explosion is unknown, and investigations are ongoing. The factory specializes in Easter chocolate production and employs 850 people. The area is a blue dot in a red state, and 20% of the population works in healthcare. Reading Hospital received eight patients, one of whom was transferred to another hospital, two are in fair condition, and the others have been discharged.