A WOMAN killed in a horror fireball explosion at an industrial estate has been named.
Danielle Evans, 40, was found in rubble following a huge blast at the Treforest industrial estate in south Wales on Wednesday.
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Danielle Evans was killed in a huge fire at the industrial estate on Wednesday evening Credit: PA 3
The scene of the huge fire earlier this week Credit: WNS
Her family today released a heartbreaking tribute to the "fiercely loyal and loving wife".
They said: "Dan was a whirlwind of a woman. She leaves a gaping hole in her family and friends’ hearts, which will never be replaced. She was an intelligent, caring and beautiful soul.
"She started her own successful laboratory business - Celtic Food Labs. Poured her heart and soul into it, but the most important things to her were her husband, family, dogs and friends.
"She was a fiercely loyal and loving wife. The best friend anyone could hope for. She met strangers and friends with the same positive, infectious and loving energy.
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"She pulled you into her orbit like nobody you will ever meet or will again. A magnet that pulled us all together."
The family continued: "Her passions were science, camping, partying with her friends and quality time with her beloved family. She was an amazing aunty and cherished every second with her nieces.
"She came from a loving family and was so close to her mum, dad, brother, aunties and uncles, her love was boundless.
"She touched so many lives. She will be so sorely missed but my word, do we all have some amazing memories that we made and cherish.
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Emergency services rushed to a two-storey building in Severn Road, Rhondda Cynon Taf, at around 7pm.
A major incident was declared, with the building described as totally alight and at risk of collapse.
Flowers have today been laid at the site of the fatal fire as police continue to probe the incident.
Searches were carried out at the site throughout Thursday after one person was unaccounted for, leading to the discovery of the body.
There were no other reports of serious injuries.
Flowers were present at the police cordon on Friday, as firefighters continued working around the building.
Detective Superintendent Richard Jones said: "Our thoughts remain with Danielle’s family, friends and work colleagues, at what is a very difficult time for them.
"Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the cause of the incident, and these enquiries are being carried out in partnership with relevant agencies.
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"The patience and understanding of the businesses in Treforest Industrial Estate and local residents is very much appreciated whilst this work remains ongoing."
Police previously confirmed specially trained officers are supporting Danielle's family.
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Emergency services at the scene on Wednesday night Credit: PA