Evacuation Ordered After Ammonia Tank Explodes at Seafood Plant in Newport
Ammonia leak and fire trigger mandatory evacuation in Newport, Oregon. Shelter set up for residents.
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A mandatory evacuation has been ordered after a fire and ammonia leak at a seafood processing plant in Newport, Oregon. The incident, which prompted a Level 3 ‘GO NOW’ evacuation, occurred at Pacific Seafood located at 245 S.E. Bay Boulevard on Sunday morning.
The fire broke out at approximately 8:20 a.m. on October 25, according to Pulsepoint. Firefighters, hazmat teams, and first responders are currently on the scene working to contain the situation. Hundreds of residents have been evacuated from a one-mile radius around the plant.
The City of Newport issued a statement confirming the evacuation and advising residents to stay indoors if possible. If they must go outside, they are recommended to wear a mask due to the potential for ammonia contamination in the area. A shelter has been established at Sam Case Elementary, located at 459 NE 12th St., where evacuees and their pets can seek refuge.
“The City of Newport is evacuating a one-mile radius of Pacific Seafood. A shelter is being set up for evacuees at Sam Case Elementary located at 459 NE 12th St. Evacuees may bring their pets,” the city said in a statement.
“The evacuation is due to a potential ammonia contamination in the area from the plant. We recommend staying inside if you are in Newport today. If you must go outside, you should wear a mask. Updates will continue to be made on this post,” the city added.
A level 3 ‘go now’ evacuation has been ordered for a mile radius around the Pacific Seafood plant in Newport due to the fire and potential ammonia contamination, according to the City of Newport and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.
Evacuations are in place within a mile of the Pacific Seafood plant in Newport, Oregon, as firefighters battle a blaze. Authorities warn of potential ammonia contamination in the area. https://t.co/8XqswGoovn
Residents are urged to follow official updates and remain cautious as emergency services work to manage the situation. The incident highlights the dangers of industrial accidents and the importance of immediate community response in such emergencies.
Source: The Gateway Pundit
