Lubbock Texas Tech Explosion

The Incident

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Impact of the Explosion

Several people were injured, and the lab sustained significant damage. Thankfully, no fatalities have been reported. Source by Googke

Shock and Support

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What’s Next?

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For the latest updates, follow local news and Texas Tech’s official announcements. Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by this tragedy.

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