1 killed in Quantum Foods feed mill explosion

One person was killed and two others were injured after an explosion at the Quantum Foods feed mill in Malmesbury, South Africa, on June 10, the company said.

June 11, 2024

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One person was killed and two others were injured after an explosion at the Quantum Foods feed mill in Malmesbury, South Africa, on June 10, the company said.

The two injured individuals are in serious but stable condition.

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