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At least six bodies have been found after a “dairy accident” on the Colorado plains.
Southeast Weld Fire Protection District officials said crews were dispatched to a “confined space” rescue, where the bodies were found on Wednesday.
The Weld County Sheriff’s Office told Fox News Digital the incident does not appear criminal in nature.
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The identities of the victims and preliminary cause of the incident have not yet been released.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) officials confirmed to Fox News Digital they are investigating.
“Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the workers who lost their lives at the dairy farm in Keenesburg, Colorado,” a spokesperson wrote in a statement to Fox News Digital. “OSHA has opened an investigation, which it has six months to complete. During that time, no additional information will be provided.”
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“The District extends its sincere condolences to the families of the victims,” the fire protection district wrote in a statement on social media.
Fire officials told Fox News Digital they will not release any additional information about the incident.
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The dairy is located in a rural area near Keenesburg, which is less than 40 miles northeast of Denver.
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The Weld County Coroner’s Office did not immediately respond to inquiries from Fox News Digital.
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