05 Jan 2024 | 12:41 PM UTC
US: Emergency personnel respond to industrial fire in Elizabeth, N.J., Jan. 5
Emergency personnel respond to industrial fire in Elizabeth, N.J., US, Jan. 5. Localized disruptions likely.
Emergency crews are responding to an industrial fire on Trumball Street in the Elizabeth Industrial Park area in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Jan. 5. The fire has affected a warehouse near Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), but there is no indication that it is affecting airport operations at this time. The cause of the incident remains unclear, and officials have not reported any casualties. There is a large emergency response in the area.
Transport and business disruptions around the affected area will likely continue over the coming hours. Disruptions to traffic near EWR are possible; flight disruptions cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Check for transport disruptions and seek alternative routes if necessary. Allow extra time to travel to EWR. Consider remaining indoors if heavy smoke is in the area, 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.
