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Louisiana Plant Explosion: 1-Mile Evacuation! Are You Safe?

Louisiana Plant Explosion: 1-Mile Evacuation! Are You Safe?

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A massive explosion at Smitty's Supply, a lubricant plant in Roseland, Louisiana, triggered a mandatory evacuation within a one-mile radius on August 22nd. The incident, which occurred around 1 p.m., caused a large plume of smoke and led to the closure of nearby Highway 51. While no injuries have been reported, the fire continues to burn, and officials are investigating the cause. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality is monitoring the area, and residents are urged to follow official instructions.

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