The Baxter plant in McDowell County underwent a temporary shutdown over the weekend due to a bomb threat, as confirmed by a spokesperson from the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office. The threat, received at the North Cove facility on Sunday night, February 18th, prompted emergency protocols, leading to the closure of the plant while authorities and emergency crews assessed the situation. Following a thorough search, the facility resumed operations early Monday morning, February. 19th. No mention was made by the company regarding the discovery of any suspicious materials.
Baxter’s has been a significant employer for residents of Yancey and Mitchell counties for numerous years. Baxter International Inc., headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, is a multinational healthcare company with operations worldwide with over 60,000 employees.
