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Several fire companies were called to an industrial fire Sunday morning in Lawrence County that sent thick smoke billowing into the sky.
The fire was reported shortly before 9 a.m. at the International Metals Reclamation Company, Inc., a recycling plant in Ellwood City.
Fire officials said the fire was brought under control outside of the building as of about 10:40 a.m., but continued to burn inside for several more hours. It was later contained and crews continued to put out hot spots as of 1:30 p.m.
Smoke could be seen in the sky above the INMETCO plant from miles away.
Officials said the fire started in an area of the plant where there was lithium, liquid cadmium and lead acid. The building was destroyed.
A Lawrence County emergency medical services official said there is no public health hazard and evacuations are not needed. However, nearby residents are advised to stay indoors and keep their windows and doors closed until the smoke clears.
Four firefighters suffered chemical burns to their hands, according to the Ellwood City fire chief. Two of them were treated and returned to the fire scene, while the other two remain hospitalized but are not seriously injured.
Courtesy of wpxi.com
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