HUMPHREYS COUNTY, Tenn. (WSMV) - Counseling services will be available to Humphreys County Schools students and staff starting Monday after a tragic explosion claimed the lives of 16 people.

The Humphreys County sheriff announced Saturday evening that the 16 people still unaccounted for following the blast at Accurate Energetic Systems have been confirmed deceased.

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“As a community, we are heartbroken by the devastating plant explosion that occurred on Friday, October 10. Our hearts are with every person and family touched by this tragedy,” a Facebook post from the district said. “We know many in our school family have been directly affected, and we are holding you close during this unimaginable time.”

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