Fireworks Blast at TX Event Complex Leaves One Dead, Four Hurt

July 5, 2023
Fireworks were being set up for a show at the Firehouse Nine Farm Event Venue in Gilmer.

One person was killed and four others were injured in a fireworks explosion at an event center in Gilmer.

The blast occurred Tuesday morning as fireworks were being set up for a show at the Firehouse Nine Farm Event Venue, CBS19 reported. 

The incident remains under investigation by the ATF and Texas State Fire Marshals Office. 

No information was released about the victim. 

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