6 fatalities in Weld County after 'dairy incident', with high school student among them: Authorities
Six individuals tragically lost their lives in a devastating incident at a dairy farm in Weld County. The Southeast Weld Fire District responded to a confined space rescue at the Prospect Ranch dairy on Wednesday evening, where they recovered the bodies of the victims. The Weld County Coroner's Office confirmed all victims were male, with their identities pending notification of next-of-kin. One of the deceased was identified as a student at Highland High School, prompting the school district to offer counseling and support to the affected community. The cause of the incident, described as a "dairy accident," is under investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Details are still emerging, including the possible involvement of gas exposure in the confined space. The incident has deeply impacted the local area, and the Dairy Farmers of America expressed their heartfelt condolences to the families involved. Updates on the situation will be provided as more information is shared.
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