Massive Chemical Fire at Mississippi Plant | Phoenix News

A massive chemical fire erupted at Howard Industries in Laurel, Mississippi, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky after a paint booth ignited near an explosive tanker. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as workers evacuated safely. Fire crews from across Jones County responded, bringing the blaze under control by 8 PM. Officials are still investigating the cause and full extent of the damage, while one employee described the scene as resembling a volcanic eruption and shared video of the towering smoke clouds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/47e78b3a32ab6ad6