Fireworks Warehouse in Missouri Explodes on Memorial Day

A fireworks warehouse in Boonville, Missouri, exploded on Memorial Day, causing a massive fire and sending up a mushroom cloud of smoke.

A fireworks warehouse in Boonville, Missouri, exploded on Memorial Day, causing a massive fire and sending up a mushroom cloud of smoke.

The warehouse, owned by Spirit of '76 Fireworks, is located off I-70. The fire began on Monday afternoon, and firefighters from multiple agencies responded to the scene.

Videos posted on social media show a mushroom cloud forming outside the factory, which was covered in smoke. Some social media users said they saw the smoke while driving on nearby Interstate 70.

According to local outlet ABC 17, a reporter heard fireworks going off at the scene. Some social media users said they saw an explosion at the factory.

"Just saw an explosion near Boonville MO," wrote a Facebook user who was driving on I-70 at the time. "Appears to be fireworks in some kind of warehouse."

Information on injuries and fatalities is unavailable. The Spirit of '76 Fireworks Wholesaler Facebook page confirmed that "all of our team members are safe and everyone evacuated the building safely."

"We'll provide an update soon once we know more," the statement added. "We would like to thank the first responders on site for their quick response."

According to the company's website, Spirit of '76 Fireworks is "the premiere fireworks wholesaler in the U.S." It was founded in Columbia, Missouri, in 1986.

The Boonville Police Department and Fire Department are investigating the cause of the fire.

This breaking news story is still developing. Check back with us for updates.

* The explosion sent debris flying hundreds of yards from the warehouse.

* The fire burned for several hours, and firefighters were able to contain it to the warehouse.

* There were no reports of injuries or fatalities.

* The cause of the fire is under investigation.

* The warehouse was reportedly storing a large quantity of fireworks.

* The explosion caused traffic delays on I-70.

* The fire is a major loss for the Spirit of '76 Fireworks company.

* The company is working with authorities to determine the extent of the damage.

* The company is also working to ensure that its customers will still be able to get fireworks for the Fourth of July holiday.