France: Emergency services responding to fire on Chemin de Fenouillet near Toulouse ring road the evening of Aug. 25

Event

Emergency services are responding to a fire at the Veolia recycling center on Chemin de Fenouillet near the ring road in Toulouse. The cause of the fire is unconfirmed, though it is likely to be accidental. No injuries have been reported. The fire is producing large amounts of smoke.

Firefighters have asked local residents to avoid the area. The incident has resulted in localized traffic disruptions and authorities could close roads near the facility to facilitate the response. Related disruptions are likely through late Aug. 25.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Consider remaining indoors if affected by heavy smoke, especially if you suffer from respiratory illness such as asthma, or conditions that lead to increased risk from smoke exposure. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water. Heed all official instructions, including evacuation notices.