Multiple Recycling Plant Fires Spark Evacuation Orders and Toxic Smoke Emissions
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A recycling plant fire in Richmond, Indiana, has forced evacuation orders for about 2,000 people due to toxic smoke emitting from burning plastics. The fire is expected to burn for days, and residents within a half-mile of the fire have been evacuated. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management are evaluating potential hazards resulting from the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown, and one firefighter was injured.
- Indiana recycling plant fire forces evacuation orders for thousands as it emits toxic smoke, officials say. And it could burn for days CNN
- Indiana fire at recycling plant prompts evacuation of more than 2,000 residents Fox News
- Massive Richmond fire leads to evacuation order WTHR
- Richmond industrial fire forces evacuation/shelter in place order; schools closed Wednesday Palladium-Item
- DRONE VIDEO | Richmond Industrial Fire WRTV Indianapolis
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