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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 ...

Roseland community still shaken after explosion at Smitty’s Supply

Soot and oil still cover much of neighboring properties, some residents worry about the damage it'll cause. ROSELAND, La. — ...

EPA takes over emergency response at Roseland fire site

Federal officials have taken command of the response at the Smitty’s Supply Inc. fire in Roseland, according to the U.S.

Roseland industrial plant fire remains 90 percent contained, officials say Sunday

ROSELAND, La. (WVUE) - The fire at the Smitty’s Supply Inc. industrial plant remained 90 percent contained as of noon Sunday ...

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

Residents describe chaotic moments after a Roseland plant explosion. Evacuations in place, smoke visible from miles away, Hwy ...

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 ...

Viewer Photos, Videos Capture Blast, Smoke After Roseland, Louisiana Explosion

Emergency crews contain Roseland plant explosion aftermath; no injuries reported. Highway 51 remains closed, and evacuations ...