US: Emergency personnel responding to industrial fire in Doral, Florida, evening Feb. 12

Event

Emergency personnel are responding to an industrial fire at the Covanta energy facility in the 6900 block of NW 97th Avenue in Doral, Florida, as of evening Feb. 12. The fire broke out at approximately 14:20; authorities have deployed more than 50 firefighters to the three-alarm blaze and are asking the public in the area to stay indoors. The cause of the blaze is not immediately clear; there are no current reports of casualties.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely as authorities extinguish the fire. Lingering disruptions are possible after crews extinguish the fire as investigations and recovery operations continue. Poor air quality in the area is likely.

Doral is in the Miami area.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Check for transport disruptions and seek alternative routes if necessary. 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.