Authorities in Tennessee released the names of 16 people presumed dead after last week’s explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems in McEwen, though remains have yet to be identified. Sheriffs Chris Davis and Jason Craft read the names as TEMA said rapid DNA testing is underway but slow amid hazardous conditions; the cause remains under investigation. The blast struck one of eight buildings around 7:45 a.m. CT Friday, scattering charred debris and damaging vehicles. In the small town of fewer than 2,000, residents gathered at churches to mourn while a pastor and locals described tight-knit families waiting for answers.

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