TVA warns explosion may be heard during demolition in Muhlenberg County

DRAKESBORO, Ky. – The Tennessee Valley Authority wants to prepare residents of Muhlenberg County in case they hear an explosion this Thursday, Aug. 15.

According to a release by the TVA, controlled demolition charges will implode four stacks at the Paradise Fossil Plant site that day.

This may cause an explosion that can be heard by the public.

Between 5 and 8:30 a.m. Thursday, the TVA says traffic will also be restricted near the plant.

Motorists should expect traffic controls along plant access points on Highway 176, Riverside Road and Rockport Paradise Road.

TVA police will also restrict Green River boat traffic near the plant during the implosion, the release states.

The TVA is also reminding the public that there will be no public access to view the implosion.

This implosion is part of the TVA’s demolition initiative to clear the former fossil plant site by 2030.