Six individuals lost their lives in an accident at a dairy farm in Weld County, Colorado, according to authorities. Fire crews were called to the scene on Wednesday evening for a rescue operation in a confined space, as stated by Southeast Weld Fire District Chief Tom Beach.
"Crews responded and took appropriate precautions to enter the confined space to perform rescue operations," Beach said in a statement on Thursday. "Unfortunately, District personnel recovered six deceased individuals from the space."
Details surrounding the incident remain limited, as the Southeast Weld Fire District has not released further information. The dairy farm is situated in Keenesburg, approximately 45 miles northeast of Denver.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is currently investigating the incident. The Weld County Sheriff's Office indicated that there is no evidence of any criminal activity related to the accident.
The Dairy Farmers of America confirmed that the tragic event occurred at one of its member farms. "We are deeply saddened by this incident, and our thoughts and most sincere condolences go out to the friends and families of the deceased," the organization stated. "At this early stage, we have no further details."
This story is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.