As recovery efforts at site of Tennessee explosion move at ‘snail’s pace,’ frustrated families push for answers

BUCKSNORT, Tenn. (WSMV) - Three days after a devastating explosion at a munitions plant in Humphreys County, families of those unaccounted for are growing increasingly frustrated as the investigation moves at what officials describe as a “snail’s pace.”

The blast at Accurate Energetic Systems on Friday left 16 people unaccounted for, with families desperately seeking answers about their loved ones. Sheriff Chris Davis said the methodical investigative approach could continue for weeks as authorities work to process the scene piece by piece.

Governor visits devastation site

Gov. Bill Lee visited the site Sunday, witnessing firsthand the complete destruction of what was once a major employer in the county.

“That work will happen, will last for months in an effort to get the answers tha