Savita Naturals Explosion Injures Five in Logan Township, New Jersey

LOGAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – An explosion at the Savita Naturals facility in Logan Township, Gloucester County, New Jersey, injured at least five people on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The incident prompted a shelter-in-place order for residents and businesses within a two-mile radius, which has since been lifted.

What Happened?

The explosion occurred at approximately 2:36 p.m. At the Savita Naturals building located on the 600 block of Heron Drive . Savita Naturals processes cocoa butter for the chocolate industry and stores a large amount of propane on the premises , .

Injuries and Hospitalizations

According to Gloucester County officials, four people were taken to hospitals in critical condition , . One of those critically injured is the owner of the facility, according to a relative who spoke with 6abc . A fifth person experienced a medical emergency at a nearby facility and was also hospitalized , , . Officials have stated that all employees at the facility have been accounted for .

Shelter-in-Place and Air Quality

A shelter-in-place order was initially issued for residents and businesses within a two-mile radius of Heron Drive and High Hill Road as a precautionary measure , . Air quality monitoring was conducted, and no hazards were detected, leading to the lifting of the order around 4:50 p.m. .

Investigation and Damage

The cause of the explosion remains under investigation , . The Savita Naturals building sustained extensive damage, and a neighboring building was also affected . Fire and hazmat crews remain on site to monitor the burnoff of additional fuel and continue air quality assessments .

“It was a terrible tragedy that took place out there,” said Logan Twp. Police Chief Joseph Flatley. “To the community as a whole, we empathize with those that were involved. The community is safe. There are no ongoing hazards.”