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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 ...

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.

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 ...

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. — ...

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 ...

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 ...

'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.
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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 ...