Fire at BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia, prompted evacuations and smoke plume visible for miles, closing Interstate 20; no injuries reported.

A fire at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia, prompted evacuations and shelter-in-place orders for residents after a sprinkler malfunction caused a water-reactive chemical to ignite. The incident resulted in significant smoke plumes visible for miles, leading to the closure of Interstate 20. No injuries have been reported, and environmental agencies are monitoring air quality as authorities work to control the situation. The specific chemicals involved remain unknown.

September 29, 2024
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