Chemical Explosion at Spartanburg Denny’s Parking Lot
A truck carrying diphenylmethane, a chemical used in spray foam, exploded in the parking lot of a Denny's restaurant in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The truck driver pulled into the parking lot due to issues with the load, which reacted with…
Charlotte, NC, August 5, 2026 —
SPARTANBURG, SC – An explosion occurred in the parking lot of a Denny’s restaurant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, involving a truck carrying diphenylmethane, a chemical utilized in spray foam insulation. The incident prompted the temporary closure of the restaurant and precautionary decontamination of employees.
According to reports, the truck driver had pulled into the Denny’s parking lot experiencing issues with the chemical load. The diphenylmethane reportedly reacted with water, leading to the explosion. The exact cause of the water contamination was not immediately provided.
Following the incident, the Denny’s restaurant was closed. Employees were decontaminated as a safety measure. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the explosion.
The amount of diphenylmethane carried by the truck and the extent of any damage to the surrounding area were not detailed. Further information regarding the incident, including the specific timeline of events and any regulatory involvement, was not immediately available.
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