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Evacuation zone remains in place following explosion in Roseland; air monitoring continues

The mandatory evacuation zone continues to be in effect for a one-mile radius around the site of the explosion and fire.
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Additional resources arrive in Roseland as officials continue efforts to contain plant fire

A containment berm was being established around the site to prevent any runoff of hazardous materials, and recovery ...

Louisiana explosion prompts 1-mile evacuation, Roseland Elementary evacuated; fire, debris still active

Fire and debris are the main concerns after a Roseland plant explosion. School children were evacuated. Highway 51 is shut ...

Emergency closure issued for part of Tangipahoa River due to Roseland fire

Tangipahoa Parish officials have ordered an emergency closure for a portion of the Tangipahoa River as crews continue ...

State Police: Fire 90% contained at Roseland chemical plant; EPA monitors air and river

Officials say the fire is 90% contained. Authorities continue battling the fire at Smitty’s Supply in Tangipahoa Parish. No ...

'Bam, Bam, Bam': Residents describe fire, fumes and blasts after Roseland plant incident

Residents described tanks exploding, homes rattling, and burning fumes as officials ordered a one-mile evacuation zone.

Fire from explosion in Roseland mostly contained

ROSELAND, La. ( WGNO) — The fire in Roseland resulting from an explosion at Smitty’s Supply has been mostly contained.

Fire 90% contained after Roseland explosion

The Roseland explosion has reached the 24-hour mark of response efforts, according to the Louisiana State Police. In a ...
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Chemical Release and Fire at Smitty's Supply in Roseland 90% Contained, Emergency Teams Tackle Environmental Impact

Chemical release and fire at Smitty's Supply in Roseland now 90% contained; no human casualties reported, and environmental ...