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ConAgra statement on plant explosion (June 10, 2009)

ConAgra Foods has confirmed that three employees were found deceased inside the company's plant in Garner, N.C., where an explosion occurred around 11:30 a.m., local time Tuesday.

The company has set up a fund for contributions from ConAgra Foods, its employees and the local community. Those who wish to donate can do so in one of three ways:

By phone at 919-463-1367

By mail at: United Way of the Greater Triangle; PO Box 110387; Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Online at: www.unitedwaytriangle.org

"Our deepest sympathies are with the three victims and their families," said Gary Rodkin, CEO of ConAgra Foods. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to them. ConAgra Foods will continue to provide our people with support and counseling assistance and will continue to support local authorities in identifying the cause of this accident. We appreciate all of the efforts by everyone in the Garner area who has assisted us over the past 24 hours."

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