Overview
- The blaze originated in a muck pit used to process horse manure and bedding and produced large smoke plumes that were widely visible on Wednesday evening.
- Multiple local fire departments responded to the scene and worked through the night to knock down flames and protect nearby stables.
- Officials say no people or horses were injured and operations at Turfway Park’s main facility were not affected.
- By Thursday the fire was reported contained, but Florence Fire/EMS and partner crews remained on site to extinguish hot spots and monitor for possible re‑ignition.
- City statements noted the smoke is not considered toxic and explained that compostable organic material can self‑heat and smolder for long periods, which is why continued monitoring is required.