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Massive Fire Levels Tennessee Plastics Recycling Plant, Triggers Shelter-In-Place

Officials report no injuries despite heavy smoke.

Overview

  • The blaze at the Sigma Renew 360 plastics recycling plant sent thick black smoke over Henry County and prompted a shelter-in-place order for nearby homes.
  • With many departments on scene drawing from hydrants, Henry County called in tanker trucks to shuttle water to the fire.
  • Officials reported no civilian injuries, and two firefighters treated for heat exhaustion returned to duty.
  • Authorities said the facility’s three buildings were destroyed in the fire.
  • Investigators have not determined what sparked the blaze.