Two Workers Killed After Explosions and Collapse at Toledo Chemical Facility
2924 South Ave
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Summary
- Two workers are dead after explosions and a large fire early Tuesday at Brent Industries, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling facility in south Toledo, Ohio.
- Toledo Fire and Rescue crews were dispatched just before 5 a.m. to the 2900 block of South Avenue.
- The facility stores chemicals, including multiple tanks of mineral spirits. Part of the building has collapsed, and crews continue working to control the fire while monitoring the remaining chemical tanks for additional hazards.
- Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the explosions. Crews are worked to account for all employees, with two initially unaccounted for later confirmed to have died in the blast and fire.
- Fire officials have expressed concern about the possibility of further explosions given the hazardous materials stored on site.
- State and federal environmental and safety regulators have responded to monitor air quality and site conditions.
- Few additional details about the cause of the explosions have been released.
Timeline
Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Records show OSHA cited Brent Industries in 2004 for a prior safety violation at the same facility.
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz called the incident "an unusual event" and "a tragic event... one that we're taking very seriously."
The identity of the second victim, a man, has not yet been released. The Lucas County Coroner's Office will identify him at a later time.
One victim was identified by family as Mary Allen, 64.
Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong confirmed both missing employees, a man and a woman, were found dead inside the smoldering building hours after the initial explosion.
The bodies of the two unaccounted-for workers have been found, per reports.
A few other employees who escaped the building were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
The two unaccounted-for workers were seen inside the building before the explosion. Armstrong said it remains unclear whether they are simply not answering their phones or may still be inside. "If we're missing people and we're not sure if they're in there, I mean that's just terrible," she said.
Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the explosions occurred during a shift change at the business, when approximately 12 employees were on-site.
The air-conditioned bus for first responders is being directed to the scene.
Certain units are being released from the scene.
An air-conditioned bus is en route to assist first responders, with an estimated arrival in 15 minutes.
Efforts are underway to bring an air-conditioned bus to the scene for first responders.
A victim has been successfully recovered from the building by rescue teams, per firefighters.
TFD HazMat units report zero readings on air quality, indicating no immediate airborne hazards.
A city fuel truck is en route to refuel Engine 5 and assist other units as needed.
Crews are working to account for all employees. Two remain unaccounted for as of the latest update.
Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the fire, per WTOL 11 News.
According to an update from WTOL 11 News, Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the facility, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling business, stores chemicals including multiple tanks of mineral spirits, creating an additional hazard.
OSHA is now on scene to assist with the investigation.
Fire crews are pausing water operations briefly to use binoculars for better assessment from the elevated bucket.
Fire crews are coordinating shift changes to manage fatigue and maintain effective operations.
Ohio EPA is on scene, coordinating with U.S. EPA to begin air monitoring for the fire.
Fire crews are monitoring fuel levels, with a fuel truck en route to assist.
Fire crews are focusing on protecting the back of the building while allowing some areas to burn freely.
Rescue teams confirm the break room and bathroom area are clear of any occupants.
Fire crews are targeting visible flames between two collapsed buildings to control the fire.
Fire crews are repositioning Engine 11 to target tanks directly with their hose lines.
Fire crews are rotating shifts, with C-shift replacing B-shift to manage fatigue.
Firefighters previously confirmed that the roof collapsed at the scene.
Columbia Gas confirms the gas has been shut off at the curb.
Fire crews are focusing efforts to cool intact cylinders, avoiding the actively burning one. Visibility is limited by smoke.
Fire crews are rotating personnel to manage fatigue while addressing a smaller fire on site.
Fire crews are addressing concerns about pressurized vessels and large storage tanks on site near the train tracks.
The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighters continue to battle heavy smoke and flames.
An update from ABC 8 News reports the affected warehouse is a part of Brent Industries.
Rescue teams are searching the area near parked cars, with Engine 11 as their rapid intervention team.
Fire crews are repositioning equipment to the driveway for better access to trailers and the plant's center.
Fire crews are addressing a fire on the building's rear side, with concerns about pressurized vessels inside.
Rescue teams completed additional searches without finding anyone and are regrouping for further efforts.
Railroad lines near the incident are being reopened, according to fire command.
Search teams have completed the initial phase of the rescue operation, but overall rescue efforts remain active and ongoing.
Select fire and medical units are clearing the scene after search teams confirmed no victims were found in the initial search area.
Additional fire units are joining the search and rescue teams on the left side of the structure.
Police crews have positioned units on the east and west sides with a backup team on standby, while responders work to locate nearby fire hydrants.
Fire crews are beginning to stand down as the situation transitions to a controlled burn.
A rescue team is deploying an inspection camera to assist with the search inside the building.
Interior firefighting teams are temporarily pulling back, and command has instructed the drone operator to clear the immediate airspace.
Crews are being ordered to evacuate the office area for safety reasons.
Firefighters report the rear wall of the office building is collapsing, prompting command to re-evaluate overall operational safety.
Fire crews are using a bucket to better direct water streams and prevent the fire from spreading to the office space.
A three-person rescue team is entering the structure to assess void spaces for trapped survivors.
The drone confirms all four tanks are down, with potential fluid remaining on the ground.
Fire crews are coordinating to locate additional water sources to support firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are adjusting hose streams to reach the building's center, navigating obstacles like trees.
Specialized rescue teams are concentrating their search efforts on survivable pockets near the main entryway.
Firefighters report that an area near the time clock, where two people were reportedly last seen, is currently too hazardous to search.
An additional medic unit is requested to report to the command post.
Firefighters are confirming with the property owner if workers were in specific building areas during the incident.
Crews report that all four silos at the rear of the structure have ruptured and are actively on fire.
Firefighters are focusing their efforts on the office area to prevent the fire from spreading, with the water department requested to assist on scene.
Rescue teams are gathering equipment, including saws, to assist with operations.
Firefighters are considering using specialized airport foam to extinguish the liquid fire, with a reliable water hydrant located nearby.
Specialized rescue teams are preparing to search small pockets of open space created by debris near the front left corner of the collapsed structure.
Firefighters confirm the natural gas supply to the building has been shut off, with representatives from Columbia Gas on scene.
Fire crews are setting up a rescue group after securing a reliable hydrant. Hazmat operations are being prepared.
USAR teams are now on scene to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Search teams confirm no findings in the debris or vehicles near the scene.
Efforts are underway to contact building authorities, FIU, and water utilities to provide further assistance at the scene.
A drone is now in the air to assist with the fire assessment.
A ruptured mineral spirits tank caused the explosion, with a second tank currently venting and burning.
Firefighters have upgraded their water source and are relocating to the rear of the structure near the silos..
Fire crews have repositioned equipment closer to the fire, which has diminished. Water supply improvements are aiding efforts.
Fire crews have found a reliable hydrant and are staging nearby to support firefighting efforts.
Crews discovered a ruptured water feed causing leaks and are working to shut it down to improve water supply.
Crews are organizing a search entry team to locate two employees inside the structure.
A water department representative is expected to arrive soon to assist.
Efforts are underway to contact the water department for assistance with the limited water supply.
Rail traffic near the incident has been shut down by Norfolk Southern, according to reports.
Crews are adjusting their strategy due to limited water supply, focusing on the building's center.
Responders are coordinating with the building owner to determine the number of employees who were working before the fire erupted.
Efforts are underway to contact the railroad company to ensure lines are shut down near the incident.
Medics are coordinating to bring evacuated employees back to the command post for more information.
Efforts to deploy a drone for fire assessment are ongoing, with police attempting to assist from a distance.
Columbia Gas has confirmed that they are still working to shut off the gas supply to the building.
Efforts are underway to deploy a drone to assist with the fire assessment.
Power company personnel are on scene to disconnect electricity from the building.
Efforts are underway to confirm the power shutdown on the block, with follow-up calls to the gas company.
Environmental services are en route, with an estimated arrival in one hour. The building produces soaps and chemicals, as confirmed by crews who spoke with the Environmental Services team.
A staging area is being set up to assist crews in coordinating their efforts.
The search team has confirmed that all their members are accounted for.
Firefighters have cleared the other side of the office and found no entrapments.
Firefighters are assessing the integrity of the silos, with one confirmed as a gas venting, pressurized fire.
Firefighters located the break room and conducted an initial sweep, finding no signs of life.
Crews report that the plume of smoke is affecting operations.
Fire crews are experiencing low hydrant pressure and are checking additional hydrants for better water supply.
Crews are talking with the building owner for more information.
Additional fire units are being reassigned to support ongoing efforts at the scene.
Crews are planning on stretching a hand line and using it for a search inside the building.
Crews are preparing to search the office area near the break room for a possible victim, with the gas supply now shut down.
Firefighters report the fire is concentrated on the collapsed warehouse side, with no visible flames on the office side.
Firefighters are investigating a CO supply manifold on the property as explosions continue.
Firefighters are speaking with a person claiming to own the building for more information.
Fire crews are assessing the office area for any signs of life but are not entering yet.
Firefighters are attempting to access a break room in the office area that is not yet burning. All utilities and available units have been notified and will be responding for further assistance.
Power to the entire block will be shut down to assist firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are coordinating water supply efforts as additional units arrive on scene.
Responders are focusing search efforts on the plant area for potential victims.
Area hospitals will be notified once crews have an exact number of victims at the scene, according to reports.
Medics are coordinating with a rescued individual for further assessment. Additional crews are repositioning on the side of the building for a better attack on the fire.
Firefighters are coordinating with an employee who was rescued to gather more information about the situation inside. Water has been secured to help fight the flames.
Firefighters are aware of chemical-filled silos on the property that could ignite. Hazmat units are being deployed, and nearby roads are being shut down.
Firefighters report three people may still be inside the building. Crews are repositioning for safety.
Firefighters are gathering information from evacuees about the number of people inside the building.
Three people have evacuated the building, with one possibly needing medical attention.
Radio clips available.
Firefighters confirm that an explosion happened, causing the building to be fully engulfed. They advised that any rescue attempts for those reported to be trapped inside are unviable at the moment.
Fire crews are securing water sources from nearby hydrants to combat the blaze.
Citizen user video shows thick smoke billowing as fire crews battle the blaze.
Additional fire trucks are being dispatched to assist with the building fire.
Firefighters advised that the roof collapsed has occurred, confirming a possible explosion. Utilities are being notified, and additional fire units are on scene.
Police advised that citizens report that some individuals may be trapped inside the building. Additional emergency units are on scene.
Firefighters report a large commercial building fully engulfed in flames, with a second alarm issued, meaning additional resources will be needed to extinguish the fire.
Firefighters and police are en route to a reported building explosion with people inside.
Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a building fire.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 2924 South Ave.
Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Records show OSHA cited Brent Industries in 2004 for a prior safety violation at the same facility.
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz called the incident "an unusual event" and "a tragic event... one that we're taking very seriously."
The identity of the second victim, a man, has not yet been released. The Lucas County Coroner's Office will identify him at a later time.
One victim was identified by family as Mary Allen, 64.
Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong confirmed both missing employees, a man and a woman, were found dead inside the smoldering building hours after the initial explosion.
The bodies of the two unaccounted-for workers have been found, per reports.
A few other employees who escaped the building were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
The two unaccounted-for workers were seen inside the building before the explosion. Armstrong said it remains unclear whether they are simply not answering their phones or may still be inside. "If we're missing people and we're not sure if they're in there, I mean that's just terrible," she said.
Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the explosions occurred during a shift change at the business, when approximately 12 employees were on-site.
The air-conditioned bus for first responders is being directed to the scene.
Certain units are being released from the scene.
An air-conditioned bus is en route to assist first responders, with an estimated arrival in 15 minutes.
Efforts are underway to bring an air-conditioned bus to the scene for first responders.
A victim has been successfully recovered from the building by rescue teams, per firefighters.
TFD HazMat units report zero readings on air quality, indicating no immediate airborne hazards.
A city fuel truck is en route to refuel Engine 5 and assist other units as needed.
Crews are working to account for all employees. Two remain unaccounted for as of the latest update.
Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the fire, per WTOL 11 News.
According to an update from WTOL 11 News, Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the facility, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling business, stores chemicals including multiple tanks of mineral spirits, creating an additional hazard.
OSHA is now on scene to assist with the investigation.
Fire crews are pausing water operations briefly to use binoculars for better assessment from the elevated bucket.
Fire crews are coordinating shift changes to manage fatigue and maintain effective operations.
Ohio EPA is on scene, coordinating with U.S. EPA to begin air monitoring for the fire.
Fire crews are monitoring fuel levels, with a fuel truck en route to assist.
Fire crews are focusing on protecting the back of the building while allowing some areas to burn freely.
Rescue teams confirm the break room and bathroom area are clear of any occupants.
Fire crews are targeting visible flames between two collapsed buildings to control the fire.
Fire crews are repositioning Engine 11 to target tanks directly with their hose lines.
Fire crews are rotating shifts, with C-shift replacing B-shift to manage fatigue.
Firefighters previously confirmed that the roof collapsed at the scene.
Columbia Gas confirms the gas has been shut off at the curb.
Fire crews are focusing efforts to cool intact cylinders, avoiding the actively burning one. Visibility is limited by smoke.
Fire crews are rotating personnel to manage fatigue while addressing a smaller fire on site.
Fire crews are addressing concerns about pressurized vessels and large storage tanks on site near the train tracks.
The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighters continue to battle heavy smoke and flames.
An update from ABC 8 News reports the affected warehouse is a part of Brent Industries.
Rescue teams are searching the area near parked cars, with Engine 11 as their rapid intervention team.
Fire crews are repositioning equipment to the driveway for better access to trailers and the plant's center.
Fire crews are addressing a fire on the building's rear side, with concerns about pressurized vessels inside.
Rescue teams completed additional searches without finding anyone and are regrouping for further efforts.
Railroad lines near the incident are being reopened, according to fire command.
Search teams have completed the initial phase of the rescue operation, but overall rescue efforts remain active and ongoing.
Select fire and medical units are clearing the scene after search teams confirmed no victims were found in the initial search area.
Additional fire units are joining the search and rescue teams on the left side of the structure.
Police crews have positioned units on the east and west sides with a backup team on standby, while responders work to locate nearby fire hydrants.
Fire crews are beginning to stand down as the situation transitions to a controlled burn.
A rescue team is deploying an inspection camera to assist with the search inside the building.
Interior firefighting teams are temporarily pulling back, and command has instructed the drone operator to clear the immediate airspace.
Crews are being ordered to evacuate the office area for safety reasons.
Firefighters report the rear wall of the office building is collapsing, prompting command to re-evaluate overall operational safety.
Fire crews are using a bucket to better direct water streams and prevent the fire from spreading to the office space.
A three-person rescue team is entering the structure to assess void spaces for trapped survivors.
The drone confirms all four tanks are down, with potential fluid remaining on the ground.
Fire crews are coordinating to locate additional water sources to support firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are adjusting hose streams to reach the building's center, navigating obstacles like trees.
Specialized rescue teams are concentrating their search efforts on survivable pockets near the main entryway.
Firefighters report that an area near the time clock, where two people were reportedly last seen, is currently too hazardous to search.
An additional medic unit is requested to report to the command post.
Firefighters are confirming with the property owner if workers were in specific building areas during the incident.
Crews report that all four silos at the rear of the structure have ruptured and are actively on fire.
Firefighters are focusing their efforts on the office area to prevent the fire from spreading, with the water department requested to assist on scene.
Rescue teams are gathering equipment, including saws, to assist with operations.
Firefighters are considering using specialized airport foam to extinguish the liquid fire, with a reliable water hydrant located nearby.
Specialized rescue teams are preparing to search small pockets of open space created by debris near the front left corner of the collapsed structure.
Firefighters confirm the natural gas supply to the building has been shut off, with representatives from Columbia Gas on scene.
Fire crews are setting up a rescue group after securing a reliable hydrant. Hazmat operations are being prepared.
USAR teams are now on scene to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Search teams confirm no findings in the debris or vehicles near the scene.
Efforts are underway to contact building authorities, FIU, and water utilities to provide further assistance at the scene.
A drone is now in the air to assist with the fire assessment.
A ruptured mineral spirits tank caused the explosion, with a second tank currently venting and burning.
Firefighters have upgraded their water source and are relocating to the rear of the structure near the silos..
Fire crews have repositioned equipment closer to the fire, which has diminished. Water supply improvements are aiding efforts.
Fire crews have found a reliable hydrant and are staging nearby to support firefighting efforts.
Crews discovered a ruptured water feed causing leaks and are working to shut it down to improve water supply.
Crews are organizing a search entry team to locate two employees inside the structure.
A water department representative is expected to arrive soon to assist.
Efforts are underway to contact the water department for assistance with the limited water supply.
Rail traffic near the incident has been shut down by Norfolk Southern, according to reports.
Crews are adjusting their strategy due to limited water supply, focusing on the building's center.
Responders are coordinating with the building owner to determine the number of employees who were working before the fire erupted.
Efforts are underway to contact the railroad company to ensure lines are shut down near the incident.
Medics are coordinating to bring evacuated employees back to the command post for more information.
Efforts to deploy a drone for fire assessment are ongoing, with police attempting to assist from a distance.
Columbia Gas has confirmed that they are still working to shut off the gas supply to the building.
Efforts are underway to deploy a drone to assist with the fire assessment.
Power company personnel are on scene to disconnect electricity from the building.
Efforts are underway to confirm the power shutdown on the block, with follow-up calls to the gas company.
Environmental services are en route, with an estimated arrival in one hour. The building produces soaps and chemicals, as confirmed by crews who spoke with the Environmental Services team.
A staging area is being set up to assist crews in coordinating their efforts.
The search team has confirmed that all their members are accounted for.
Firefighters have cleared the other side of the office and found no entrapments.
Firefighters are assessing the integrity of the silos, with one confirmed as a gas venting, pressurized fire.
Firefighters located the break room and conducted an initial sweep, finding no signs of life.
Crews report that the plume of smoke is affecting operations.
Fire crews are experiencing low hydrant pressure and are checking additional hydrants for better water supply.
Crews are talking with the building owner for more information.
Additional fire units are being reassigned to support ongoing efforts at the scene.
Crews are planning on stretching a hand line and using it for a search inside the building.
Crews are preparing to search the office area near the break room for a possible victim, with the gas supply now shut down.
Firefighters report the fire is concentrated on the collapsed warehouse side, with no visible flames on the office side.
Firefighters are investigating a CO supply manifold on the property as explosions continue.
Firefighters are speaking with a person claiming to own the building for more information.
Fire crews are assessing the office area for any signs of life but are not entering yet.
Firefighters are attempting to access a break room in the office area that is not yet burning. All utilities and available units have been notified and will be responding for further assistance.
Power to the entire block will be shut down to assist firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are coordinating water supply efforts as additional units arrive on scene.
Responders are focusing search efforts on the plant area for potential victims.
Area hospitals will be notified once crews have an exact number of victims at the scene, according to reports.
Medics are coordinating with a rescued individual for further assessment. Additional crews are repositioning on the side of the building for a better attack on the fire.
Firefighters are coordinating with an employee who was rescued to gather more information about the situation inside. Water has been secured to help fight the flames.
Firefighters are aware of chemical-filled silos on the property that could ignite. Hazmat units are being deployed, and nearby roads are being shut down.
Firefighters report three people may still be inside the building. Crews are repositioning for safety.
Firefighters are gathering information from evacuees about the number of people inside the building.
Three people have evacuated the building, with one possibly needing medical attention.
Radio clips available.
Firefighters confirm that an explosion happened, causing the building to be fully engulfed. They advised that any rescue attempts for those reported to be trapped inside are unviable at the moment.
Fire crews are securing water sources from nearby hydrants to combat the blaze.
Citizen user video shows thick smoke billowing as fire crews battle the blaze.
Additional fire trucks are being dispatched to assist with the building fire.
Firefighters advised that the roof collapsed has occurred, confirming a possible explosion. Utilities are being notified, and additional fire units are on scene.
Police advised that citizens report that some individuals may be trapped inside the building. Additional emergency units are on scene.
Firefighters report a large commercial building fully engulfed in flames, with a second alarm issued, meaning additional resources will be needed to extinguish the fire.
Firefighters and police are en route to a reported building explosion with people inside.
Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a building fire.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 2924 South Ave.
Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Records show OSHA cited Brent Industries in 2004 for a prior safety violation at the same facility.
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz called the incident "an unusual event" and "a tragic event... one that we're taking very seriously."
The identity of the second victim, a man, has not yet been released. The Lucas County Coroner's Office will identify him at a later time.
One victim was identified by family as Mary Allen, 64.
Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong confirmed both missing employees, a man and a woman, were found dead inside the smoldering building hours after the initial explosion.
The bodies of the two unaccounted-for workers have been found, per reports.
A few other employees who escaped the building were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
The two unaccounted-for workers were seen inside the building before the explosion. Armstrong said it remains unclear whether they are simply not answering their phones or may still be inside. "If we're missing people and we're not sure if they're in there, I mean that's just terrible," she said.
Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the explosions occurred during a shift change at the business, when approximately 12 employees were on-site.
The air-conditioned bus for first responders is being directed to the scene.
Certain units are being released from the scene.
An air-conditioned bus is en route to assist first responders, with an estimated arrival in 15 minutes.
Efforts are underway to bring an air-conditioned bus to the scene for first responders.
A victim has been successfully recovered from the building by rescue teams, per firefighters.
TFD HazMat units report zero readings on air quality, indicating no immediate airborne hazards.
A city fuel truck is en route to refuel Engine 5 and assist other units as needed.
Crews are working to account for all employees. Two remain unaccounted for as of the latest update.
Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the fire, per WTOL 11 News.
According to an update from WTOL 11 News, Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the facility, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling business, stores chemicals including multiple tanks of mineral spirits, creating an additional hazard.
OSHA is now on scene to assist with the investigation.
Fire crews are pausing water operations briefly to use binoculars for better assessment from the elevated bucket.
Fire crews are coordinating shift changes to manage fatigue and maintain effective operations.
Ohio EPA is on scene, coordinating with U.S. EPA to begin air monitoring for the fire.
Fire crews are monitoring fuel levels, with a fuel truck en route to assist.
Fire crews are focusing on protecting the back of the building while allowing some areas to burn freely.
Rescue teams confirm the break room and bathroom area are clear of any occupants.
Fire crews are targeting visible flames between two collapsed buildings to control the fire.
Fire crews are repositioning Engine 11 to target tanks directly with their hose lines.
Fire crews are rotating shifts, with C-shift replacing B-shift to manage fatigue.
Firefighters previously confirmed that the roof collapsed at the scene.
Columbia Gas confirms the gas has been shut off at the curb.
Fire crews are focusing efforts to cool intact cylinders, avoiding the actively burning one. Visibility is limited by smoke.
Fire crews are rotating personnel to manage fatigue while addressing a smaller fire on site.
Fire crews are addressing concerns about pressurized vessels and large storage tanks on site near the train tracks.
The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighters continue to battle heavy smoke and flames.
An update from ABC 8 News reports the affected warehouse is a part of Brent Industries.
Rescue teams are searching the area near parked cars, with Engine 11 as their rapid intervention team.
Fire crews are repositioning equipment to the driveway for better access to trailers and the plant's center.
Fire crews are addressing a fire on the building's rear side, with concerns about pressurized vessels inside.
Rescue teams completed additional searches without finding anyone and are regrouping for further efforts.
Railroad lines near the incident are being reopened, according to fire command.
Search teams have completed the initial phase of the rescue operation, but overall rescue efforts remain active and ongoing.
Select fire and medical units are clearing the scene after search teams confirmed no victims were found in the initial search area.
Additional fire units are joining the search and rescue teams on the left side of the structure.
Police crews have positioned units on the east and west sides with a backup team on standby, while responders work to locate nearby fire hydrants.
Fire crews are beginning to stand down as the situation transitions to a controlled burn.
A rescue team is deploying an inspection camera to assist with the search inside the building.
Interior firefighting teams are temporarily pulling back, and command has instructed the drone operator to clear the immediate airspace.
Crews are being ordered to evacuate the office area for safety reasons.
Firefighters report the rear wall of the office building is collapsing, prompting command to re-evaluate overall operational safety.
Fire crews are using a bucket to better direct water streams and prevent the fire from spreading to the office space.
A three-person rescue team is entering the structure to assess void spaces for trapped survivors.
The drone confirms all four tanks are down, with potential fluid remaining on the ground.
Fire crews are coordinating to locate additional water sources to support firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are adjusting hose streams to reach the building's center, navigating obstacles like trees.
Specialized rescue teams are concentrating their search efforts on survivable pockets near the main entryway.
Firefighters report that an area near the time clock, where two people were reportedly last seen, is currently too hazardous to search.
An additional medic unit is requested to report to the command post.
Firefighters are confirming with the property owner if workers were in specific building areas during the incident.
Crews report that all four silos at the rear of the structure have ruptured and are actively on fire.
Firefighters are focusing their efforts on the office area to prevent the fire from spreading, with the water department requested to assist on scene.
Rescue teams are gathering equipment, including saws, to assist with operations.
Firefighters are considering using specialized airport foam to extinguish the liquid fire, with a reliable water hydrant located nearby.
Specialized rescue teams are preparing to search small pockets of open space created by debris near the front left corner of the collapsed structure.
Firefighters confirm the natural gas supply to the building has been shut off, with representatives from Columbia Gas on scene.
Fire crews are setting up a rescue group after securing a reliable hydrant. Hazmat operations are being prepared.
USAR teams are now on scene to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Search teams confirm no findings in the debris or vehicles near the scene.
Efforts are underway to contact building authorities, FIU, and water utilities to provide further assistance at the scene.
A drone is now in the air to assist with the fire assessment.
A ruptured mineral spirits tank caused the explosion, with a second tank currently venting and burning.
Firefighters have upgraded their water source and are relocating to the rear of the structure near the silos..
Fire crews have repositioned equipment closer to the fire, which has diminished. Water supply improvements are aiding efforts.
Fire crews have found a reliable hydrant and are staging nearby to support firefighting efforts.
Crews discovered a ruptured water feed causing leaks and are working to shut it down to improve water supply.
Crews are organizing a search entry team to locate two employees inside the structure.
A water department representative is expected to arrive soon to assist.
Efforts are underway to contact the water department for assistance with the limited water supply.
Rail traffic near the incident has been shut down by Norfolk Southern, according to reports.
Crews are adjusting their strategy due to limited water supply, focusing on the building's center.
Responders are coordinating with the building owner to determine the number of employees who were working before the fire erupted.
Efforts are underway to contact the railroad company to ensure lines are shut down near the incident.
Medics are coordinating to bring evacuated employees back to the command post for more information.
Efforts to deploy a drone for fire assessment are ongoing, with police attempting to assist from a distance.
Columbia Gas has confirmed that they are still working to shut off the gas supply to the building.
Efforts are underway to deploy a drone to assist with the fire assessment.
Power company personnel are on scene to disconnect electricity from the building.
Efforts are underway to confirm the power shutdown on the block, with follow-up calls to the gas company.
Environmental services are en route, with an estimated arrival in one hour. The building produces soaps and chemicals, as confirmed by crews who spoke with the Environmental Services team.
A staging area is being set up to assist crews in coordinating their efforts.
The search team has confirmed that all their members are accounted for.
Firefighters have cleared the other side of the office and found no entrapments.
Firefighters are assessing the integrity of the silos, with one confirmed as a gas venting, pressurized fire.
Firefighters located the break room and conducted an initial sweep, finding no signs of life.
Crews report that the plume of smoke is affecting operations.
Fire crews are experiencing low hydrant pressure and are checking additional hydrants for better water supply.
Crews are talking with the building owner for more information.
Additional fire units are being reassigned to support ongoing efforts at the scene.
Crews are planning on stretching a hand line and using it for a search inside the building.
Crews are preparing to search the office area near the break room for a possible victim, with the gas supply now shut down.
Firefighters report the fire is concentrated on the collapsed warehouse side, with no visible flames on the office side.
Firefighters are investigating a CO supply manifold on the property as explosions continue.
Firefighters are speaking with a person claiming to own the building for more information.
Fire crews are assessing the office area for any signs of life but are not entering yet.
Firefighters are attempting to access a break room in the office area that is not yet burning. All utilities and available units have been notified and will be responding for further assistance.
Power to the entire block will be shut down to assist firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are coordinating water supply efforts as additional units arrive on scene.
Responders are focusing search efforts on the plant area for potential victims.
Area hospitals will be notified once crews have an exact number of victims at the scene, according to reports.
Medics are coordinating with a rescued individual for further assessment. Additional crews are repositioning on the side of the building for a better attack on the fire.
Firefighters are coordinating with an employee who was rescued to gather more information about the situation inside. Water has been secured to help fight the flames.
Firefighters are aware of chemical-filled silos on the property that could ignite. Hazmat units are being deployed, and nearby roads are being shut down.
Firefighters report three people may still be inside the building. Crews are repositioning for safety.
Firefighters are gathering information from evacuees about the number of people inside the building.
Three people have evacuated the building, with one possibly needing medical attention.
Radio clips available.
Firefighters confirm that an explosion happened, causing the building to be fully engulfed. They advised that any rescue attempts for those reported to be trapped inside are unviable at the moment.
Fire crews are securing water sources from nearby hydrants to combat the blaze.
Citizen user video shows thick smoke billowing as fire crews battle the blaze.
Additional fire trucks are being dispatched to assist with the building fire.
Firefighters advised that the roof collapsed has occurred, confirming a possible explosion. Utilities are being notified, and additional fire units are on scene.
Police advised that citizens report that some individuals may be trapped inside the building. Additional emergency units are on scene.
Firefighters report a large commercial building fully engulfed in flames, with a second alarm issued, meaning additional resources will be needed to extinguish the fire.
Firefighters and police are en route to a reported building explosion with people inside.
Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a building fire.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 2924 South Ave.
Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Records show OSHA cited Brent Industries in 2004 for a prior safety violation at the same facility.
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz called the incident "an unusual event" and "a tragic event... one that we're taking very seriously."
The identity of the second victim, a man, has not yet been released. The Lucas County Coroner's Office will identify him at a later time.
One victim was identified by family as Mary Allen, 64.
Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong confirmed both missing employees, a man and a woman, were found dead inside the smoldering building hours after the initial explosion.
The bodies of the two unaccounted-for workers have been found, per reports.
A few other employees who escaped the building were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
The two unaccounted-for workers were seen inside the building before the explosion. Armstrong said it remains unclear whether they are simply not answering their phones or may still be inside. "If we're missing people and we're not sure if they're in there, I mean that's just terrible," she said.
Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the explosions occurred during a shift change at the business, when approximately 12 employees were on-site.
The air-conditioned bus for first responders is being directed to the scene.
Certain units are being released from the scene.
An air-conditioned bus is en route to assist first responders, with an estimated arrival in 15 minutes.
Efforts are underway to bring an air-conditioned bus to the scene for first responders.
A victim has been successfully recovered from the building by rescue teams, per firefighters.
TFD HazMat units report zero readings on air quality, indicating no immediate airborne hazards.
A city fuel truck is en route to refuel Engine 5 and assist other units as needed.
Crews are working to account for all employees. Two remain unaccounted for as of the latest update.
Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the fire, per WTOL 11 News.
According to an update from WTOL 11 News, Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the facility, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling business, stores chemicals including multiple tanks of mineral spirits, creating an additional hazard.
OSHA is now on scene to assist with the investigation.
Fire crews are pausing water operations briefly to use binoculars for better assessment from the elevated bucket.
Fire crews are coordinating shift changes to manage fatigue and maintain effective operations.
Ohio EPA is on scene, coordinating with U.S. EPA to begin air monitoring for the fire.
Fire crews are monitoring fuel levels, with a fuel truck en route to assist.
Fire crews are focusing on protecting the back of the building while allowing some areas to burn freely.
Rescue teams confirm the break room and bathroom area are clear of any occupants.
Fire crews are targeting visible flames between two collapsed buildings to control the fire.
Fire crews are repositioning Engine 11 to target tanks directly with their hose lines.
Fire crews are rotating shifts, with C-shift replacing B-shift to manage fatigue.
Firefighters previously confirmed that the roof collapsed at the scene.
Columbia Gas confirms the gas has been shut off at the curb.
Fire crews are focusing efforts to cool intact cylinders, avoiding the actively burning one. Visibility is limited by smoke.
Fire crews are rotating personnel to manage fatigue while addressing a smaller fire on site.
Fire crews are addressing concerns about pressurized vessels and large storage tanks on site near the train tracks.
The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighters continue to battle heavy smoke and flames.
An update from ABC 8 News reports the affected warehouse is a part of Brent Industries.
Rescue teams are searching the area near parked cars, with Engine 11 as their rapid intervention team.
Fire crews are repositioning equipment to the driveway for better access to trailers and the plant's center.
Fire crews are addressing a fire on the building's rear side, with concerns about pressurized vessels inside.
Rescue teams completed additional searches without finding anyone and are regrouping for further efforts.
Railroad lines near the incident are being reopened, according to fire command.
Search teams have completed the initial phase of the rescue operation, but overall rescue efforts remain active and ongoing.
Select fire and medical units are clearing the scene after search teams confirmed no victims were found in the initial search area.
Additional fire units are joining the search and rescue teams on the left side of the structure.
Police crews have positioned units on the east and west sides with a backup team on standby, while responders work to locate nearby fire hydrants.
Fire crews are beginning to stand down as the situation transitions to a controlled burn.
A rescue team is deploying an inspection camera to assist with the search inside the building.
Interior firefighting teams are temporarily pulling back, and command has instructed the drone operator to clear the immediate airspace.
Crews are being ordered to evacuate the office area for safety reasons.
Firefighters report the rear wall of the office building is collapsing, prompting command to re-evaluate overall operational safety.
Fire crews are using a bucket to better direct water streams and prevent the fire from spreading to the office space.
A three-person rescue team is entering the structure to assess void spaces for trapped survivors.
The drone confirms all four tanks are down, with potential fluid remaining on the ground.
Fire crews are coordinating to locate additional water sources to support firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are adjusting hose streams to reach the building's center, navigating obstacles like trees.
Specialized rescue teams are concentrating their search efforts on survivable pockets near the main entryway.
Firefighters report that an area near the time clock, where two people were reportedly last seen, is currently too hazardous to search.
An additional medic unit is requested to report to the command post.
Firefighters are confirming with the property owner if workers were in specific building areas during the incident.
Crews report that all four silos at the rear of the structure have ruptured and are actively on fire.
Firefighters are focusing their efforts on the office area to prevent the fire from spreading, with the water department requested to assist on scene.
Rescue teams are gathering equipment, including saws, to assist with operations.
Firefighters are considering using specialized airport foam to extinguish the liquid fire, with a reliable water hydrant located nearby.
Specialized rescue teams are preparing to search small pockets of open space created by debris near the front left corner of the collapsed structure.
Firefighters confirm the natural gas supply to the building has been shut off, with representatives from Columbia Gas on scene.
Fire crews are setting up a rescue group after securing a reliable hydrant. Hazmat operations are being prepared.
USAR teams are now on scene to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Search teams confirm no findings in the debris or vehicles near the scene.
Efforts are underway to contact building authorities, FIU, and water utilities to provide further assistance at the scene.
A drone is now in the air to assist with the fire assessment.
A ruptured mineral spirits tank caused the explosion, with a second tank currently venting and burning.
Firefighters have upgraded their water source and are relocating to the rear of the structure near the silos..
Fire crews have repositioned equipment closer to the fire, which has diminished. Water supply improvements are aiding efforts.
Fire crews have found a reliable hydrant and are staging nearby to support firefighting efforts.
Crews discovered a ruptured water feed causing leaks and are working to shut it down to improve water supply.
Crews are organizing a search entry team to locate two employees inside the structure.
A water department representative is expected to arrive soon to assist.
Efforts are underway to contact the water department for assistance with the limited water supply.
Rail traffic near the incident has been shut down by Norfolk Southern, according to reports.
Crews are adjusting their strategy due to limited water supply, focusing on the building's center.
Responders are coordinating with the building owner to determine the number of employees who were working before the fire erupted.
Efforts are underway to contact the railroad company to ensure lines are shut down near the incident.
Medics are coordinating to bring evacuated employees back to the command post for more information.
Efforts to deploy a drone for fire assessment are ongoing, with police attempting to assist from a distance.
Columbia Gas has confirmed that they are still working to shut off the gas supply to the building.
Efforts are underway to deploy a drone to assist with the fire assessment.
Power company personnel are on scene to disconnect electricity from the building.
Efforts are underway to confirm the power shutdown on the block, with follow-up calls to the gas company.
Environmental services are en route, with an estimated arrival in one hour. The building produces soaps and chemicals, as confirmed by crews who spoke with the Environmental Services team.
A staging area is being set up to assist crews in coordinating their efforts.
The search team has confirmed that all their members are accounted for.
Firefighters have cleared the other side of the office and found no entrapments.
Firefighters are assessing the integrity of the silos, with one confirmed as a gas venting, pressurized fire.
Firefighters located the break room and conducted an initial sweep, finding no signs of life.
Crews report that the plume of smoke is affecting operations.
Fire crews are experiencing low hydrant pressure and are checking additional hydrants for better water supply.
Crews are talking with the building owner for more information.
Additional fire units are being reassigned to support ongoing efforts at the scene.
Crews are planning on stretching a hand line and using it for a search inside the building.
Crews are preparing to search the office area near the break room for a possible victim, with the gas supply now shut down.
Firefighters report the fire is concentrated on the collapsed warehouse side, with no visible flames on the office side.
Firefighters are investigating a CO supply manifold on the property as explosions continue.
Firefighters are speaking with a person claiming to own the building for more information.
Fire crews are assessing the office area for any signs of life but are not entering yet.
Firefighters are attempting to access a break room in the office area that is not yet burning. All utilities and available units have been notified and will be responding for further assistance.
Power to the entire block will be shut down to assist firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are coordinating water supply efforts as additional units arrive on scene.
Responders are focusing search efforts on the plant area for potential victims.
Area hospitals will be notified once crews have an exact number of victims at the scene, according to reports.
Medics are coordinating with a rescued individual for further assessment. Additional crews are repositioning on the side of the building for a better attack on the fire.
Firefighters are coordinating with an employee who was rescued to gather more information about the situation inside. Water has been secured to help fight the flames.
Firefighters are aware of chemical-filled silos on the property that could ignite. Hazmat units are being deployed, and nearby roads are being shut down.
Firefighters report three people may still be inside the building. Crews are repositioning for safety.
Firefighters are gathering information from evacuees about the number of people inside the building.
Three people have evacuated the building, with one possibly needing medical attention.
Radio clips available.
Firefighters confirm that an explosion happened, causing the building to be fully engulfed. They advised that any rescue attempts for those reported to be trapped inside are unviable at the moment.
Fire crews are securing water sources from nearby hydrants to combat the blaze.
Citizen user video shows thick smoke billowing as fire crews battle the blaze.
Additional fire trucks are being dispatched to assist with the building fire.
Firefighters advised that the roof collapsed has occurred, confirming a possible explosion. Utilities are being notified, and additional fire units are on scene.
Police advised that citizens report that some individuals may be trapped inside the building. Additional emergency units are on scene.
Firefighters report a large commercial building fully engulfed in flames, with a second alarm issued, meaning additional resources will be needed to extinguish the fire.
Firefighters and police are en route to a reported building explosion with people inside.
Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a building fire.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 2924 South Ave.
Investigators are still working to determine the exact cause of the explosion. Records show OSHA cited Brent Industries in 2004 for a prior safety violation at the same facility.
Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz called the incident "an unusual event" and "a tragic event... one that we're taking very seriously."
The identity of the second victim, a man, has not yet been released. The Lucas County Coroner's Office will identify him at a later time.
One victim was identified by family as Mary Allen, 64.
Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong confirmed both missing employees, a man and a woman, were found dead inside the smoldering building hours after the initial explosion.
The bodies of the two unaccounted-for workers have been found, per reports.
A few other employees who escaped the building were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
The two unaccounted-for workers were seen inside the building before the explosion. Armstrong said it remains unclear whether they are simply not answering their phones or may still be inside. "If we're missing people and we're not sure if they're in there, I mean that's just terrible," she said.
Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the explosions occurred during a shift change at the business, when approximately 12 employees were on-site.
The air-conditioned bus for first responders is being directed to the scene.
Certain units are being released from the scene.
An air-conditioned bus is en route to assist first responders, with an estimated arrival in 15 minutes.
Efforts are underway to bring an air-conditioned bus to the scene for first responders.
A victim has been successfully recovered from the building by rescue teams, per firefighters.
TFD HazMat units report zero readings on air quality, indicating no immediate airborne hazards.
A city fuel truck is en route to refuel Engine 5 and assist other units as needed.
Crews are working to account for all employees. Two remain unaccounted for as of the latest update.
Approximately 12 people were inside the facility at the time of the fire, per WTOL 11 News.
According to an update from WTOL 11 News, Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said the facility, an industrial textile reconditioning and recycling business, stores chemicals including multiple tanks of mineral spirits, creating an additional hazard.
OSHA is now on scene to assist with the investigation.
Fire crews are pausing water operations briefly to use binoculars for better assessment from the elevated bucket.
Fire crews are coordinating shift changes to manage fatigue and maintain effective operations.
Ohio EPA is on scene, coordinating with U.S. EPA to begin air monitoring for the fire.
Fire crews are monitoring fuel levels, with a fuel truck en route to assist.
Fire crews are focusing on protecting the back of the building while allowing some areas to burn freely.
Rescue teams confirm the break room and bathroom area are clear of any occupants.
Fire crews are targeting visible flames between two collapsed buildings to control the fire.
Fire crews are repositioning Engine 11 to target tanks directly with their hose lines.
Fire crews are rotating shifts, with C-shift replacing B-shift to manage fatigue.
Firefighters previously confirmed that the roof collapsed at the scene.
Columbia Gas confirms the gas has been shut off at the curb.
Fire crews are focusing efforts to cool intact cylinders, avoiding the actively burning one. Visibility is limited by smoke.
Fire crews are rotating personnel to manage fatigue while addressing a smaller fire on site.
Fire crews are addressing concerns about pressurized vessels and large storage tanks on site near the train tracks.
The public is urged to avoid the area as firefighters continue to battle heavy smoke and flames.
An update from ABC 8 News reports the affected warehouse is a part of Brent Industries.
Rescue teams are searching the area near parked cars, with Engine 11 as their rapid intervention team.
Fire crews are repositioning equipment to the driveway for better access to trailers and the plant's center.
Fire crews are addressing a fire on the building's rear side, with concerns about pressurized vessels inside.
Rescue teams completed additional searches without finding anyone and are regrouping for further efforts.
Railroad lines near the incident are being reopened, according to fire command.
Search teams have completed the initial phase of the rescue operation, but overall rescue efforts remain active and ongoing.
Select fire and medical units are clearing the scene after search teams confirmed no victims were found in the initial search area.
Additional fire units are joining the search and rescue teams on the left side of the structure.
Police crews have positioned units on the east and west sides with a backup team on standby, while responders work to locate nearby fire hydrants.
Fire crews are beginning to stand down as the situation transitions to a controlled burn.
A rescue team is deploying an inspection camera to assist with the search inside the building.
Interior firefighting teams are temporarily pulling back, and command has instructed the drone operator to clear the immediate airspace.
Crews are being ordered to evacuate the office area for safety reasons.
Firefighters report the rear wall of the office building is collapsing, prompting command to re-evaluate overall operational safety.
Fire crews are using a bucket to better direct water streams and prevent the fire from spreading to the office space.
A three-person rescue team is entering the structure to assess void spaces for trapped survivors.
The drone confirms all four tanks are down, with potential fluid remaining on the ground.
Fire crews are coordinating to locate additional water sources to support firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are adjusting hose streams to reach the building's center, navigating obstacles like trees.
Specialized rescue teams are concentrating their search efforts on survivable pockets near the main entryway.
Firefighters report that an area near the time clock, where two people were reportedly last seen, is currently too hazardous to search.
An additional medic unit is requested to report to the command post.
Firefighters are confirming with the property owner if workers were in specific building areas during the incident.
Crews report that all four silos at the rear of the structure have ruptured and are actively on fire.
Firefighters are focusing their efforts on the office area to prevent the fire from spreading, with the water department requested to assist on scene.
Rescue teams are gathering equipment, including saws, to assist with operations.
Firefighters are considering using specialized airport foam to extinguish the liquid fire, with a reliable water hydrant located nearby.
Specialized rescue teams are preparing to search small pockets of open space created by debris near the front left corner of the collapsed structure.
Firefighters confirm the natural gas supply to the building has been shut off, with representatives from Columbia Gas on scene.
Fire crews are setting up a rescue group after securing a reliable hydrant. Hazmat operations are being prepared.
USAR teams are now on scene to assist with the ongoing efforts.
Search teams confirm no findings in the debris or vehicles near the scene.
Efforts are underway to contact building authorities, FIU, and water utilities to provide further assistance at the scene.
A drone is now in the air to assist with the fire assessment.
A ruptured mineral spirits tank caused the explosion, with a second tank currently venting and burning.
Firefighters have upgraded their water source and are relocating to the rear of the structure near the silos..
Fire crews have repositioned equipment closer to the fire, which has diminished. Water supply improvements are aiding efforts.
Fire crews have found a reliable hydrant and are staging nearby to support firefighting efforts.
Crews discovered a ruptured water feed causing leaks and are working to shut it down to improve water supply.
Crews are organizing a search entry team to locate two employees inside the structure.
A water department representative is expected to arrive soon to assist.
Efforts are underway to contact the water department for assistance with the limited water supply.
Rail traffic near the incident has been shut down by Norfolk Southern, according to reports.
Crews are adjusting their strategy due to limited water supply, focusing on the building's center.
Responders are coordinating with the building owner to determine the number of employees who were working before the fire erupted.
Efforts are underway to contact the railroad company to ensure lines are shut down near the incident.
Medics are coordinating to bring evacuated employees back to the command post for more information.
Efforts to deploy a drone for fire assessment are ongoing, with police attempting to assist from a distance.
Columbia Gas has confirmed that they are still working to shut off the gas supply to the building.
Efforts are underway to deploy a drone to assist with the fire assessment.
Power company personnel are on scene to disconnect electricity from the building.
Efforts are underway to confirm the power shutdown on the block, with follow-up calls to the gas company.
Environmental services are en route, with an estimated arrival in one hour. The building produces soaps and chemicals, as confirmed by crews who spoke with the Environmental Services team.
A staging area is being set up to assist crews in coordinating their efforts.
The search team has confirmed that all their members are accounted for.
Firefighters have cleared the other side of the office and found no entrapments.
Firefighters are assessing the integrity of the silos, with one confirmed as a gas venting, pressurized fire.
Firefighters located the break room and conducted an initial sweep, finding no signs of life.
Crews report that the plume of smoke is affecting operations.
Fire crews are experiencing low hydrant pressure and are checking additional hydrants for better water supply.
Crews are talking with the building owner for more information.
Additional fire units are being reassigned to support ongoing efforts at the scene.
Crews are planning on stretching a hand line and using it for a search inside the building.
Crews are preparing to search the office area near the break room for a possible victim, with the gas supply now shut down.
Firefighters report the fire is concentrated on the collapsed warehouse side, with no visible flames on the office side.
Firefighters are investigating a CO supply manifold on the property as explosions continue.
Firefighters are speaking with a person claiming to own the building for more information.
Fire crews are assessing the office area for any signs of life but are not entering yet.
Firefighters are attempting to access a break room in the office area that is not yet burning. All utilities and available units have been notified and will be responding for further assistance.
Power to the entire block will be shut down to assist firefighting efforts.
Fire crews are coordinating water supply efforts as additional units arrive on scene.
Responders are focusing search efforts on the plant area for potential victims.
Area hospitals will be notified once crews have an exact number of victims at the scene, according to reports.
Medics are coordinating with a rescued individual for further assessment. Additional crews are repositioning on the side of the building for a better attack on the fire.
Firefighters are coordinating with an employee who was rescued to gather more information about the situation inside. Water has been secured to help fight the flames.
Firefighters are aware of chemical-filled silos on the property that could ignite. Hazmat units are being deployed, and nearby roads are being shut down.
Firefighters report three people may still be inside the building. Crews are repositioning for safety.
Firefighters are gathering information from evacuees about the number of people inside the building.
Three people have evacuated the building, with one possibly needing medical attention.
Radio clips available.
Firefighters confirm that an explosion happened, causing the building to be fully engulfed. They advised that any rescue attempts for those reported to be trapped inside are unviable at the moment.
Fire crews are securing water sources from nearby hydrants to combat the blaze.
Citizen user video shows thick smoke billowing as fire crews battle the blaze.
Additional fire trucks are being dispatched to assist with the building fire.
Firefighters advised that the roof collapsed has occurred, confirming a possible explosion. Utilities are being notified, and additional fire units are on scene.
Police advised that citizens report that some individuals may be trapped inside the building. Additional emergency units are on scene.
Firefighters report a large commercial building fully engulfed in flames, with a second alarm issued, meaning additional resources will be needed to extinguish the fire.
Firefighters and police are en route to a reported building explosion with people inside.
Firefighters are responding to a 911 report of a building fire.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 2924 South Ave.
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That smoke is restricting view buddy
It's still the best view we have thank you for going live my friend lives 2 houses down I wouldn't have known to check on her without your live!
I am glad there safe
The result of deregulation by our government.
Pleased to see a comments section that's free of political/racial tools for a change.
*trolls. But tools works, too.
That smoke is restricting view buddy
It's still the best view we have thank you for going live my friend lives 2 houses down I wouldn't have known to check on her without your live!
I am glad there safe
The result of deregulation by our government.
Pleased to see a comments section that's free of political/racial tools for a change.
*trolls. But tools works, too.
That smoke is restricting view buddy
It's still the best view we have thank you for going live my friend lives 2 houses down I wouldn't have known to check on her without your live!
I am glad there safe
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Pleased to see a comments section that's free of political/racial tools for a change.
*trolls. But tools works, too.
That smoke is restricting view buddy
It's still the best view we have thank you for going live my friend lives 2 houses down I wouldn't have known to check on her without your live!
I am glad there safe
The result of deregulation by our government.