In the Aftermath of the ConAgra Plant Explosion

The disaster at ConAgra's Slim Jim plant in Garner has had a devastating impact on the community. In addition to the three workers who lost their lives when the plant exploded last Tuesday, there were also over 40 people who were injured in the blast, and some are still hospitalized with severe burns.

In the aftermath of the explosion, representatives from the ATF and other government agencies have been working diligently to determine the cause of the disaster and ConAgra has pledged to continue paying the plant's workers for an unspecified amount of time. The company has also set up a hotline (1-866-484-9599) that the Slim Jim factory's employees and their relatives can call to learn about the assistance programs that are available to them as well as to get updates concerning the investigation of the explosion.

Fundraisers and prayer vigils for the victims have been taking place throughout Wake County this weekend, and efforts to raise money for the victims of this tragedy are still in full force.

If you're interested in making a donation to those affected by this disaster, consider contributing to the United Way ConAgra Foods Garner Plant Fund, a fund that the United Way of the Triangle established in partnership with ConAgra.

In a press release, United Way of the Triangle stated that 100% of the contributions made to this fund will go directly to the victims and their families. Donations to the fund can be made online, over the phone by calling (919)463-1367 or through the mail at

ConAgra Foods Garner Plant Partners Fund
c/o United Way of the Greater Triangle
P.O. Box 110387
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709