Fire crews have successfully contained a fire in one of the tanks at an industrial site on Marine Terminal Drive. The blaze, originating from an underground wood chip conveyor belt, led to an explosion earlier today.
🚒 The Details: Savannah Fire Department is currently responding to an industrial fire in the Sea Gate area, specifically on Marine Terminal Drive. The fire started in an underground wood chip conveyor facility, resulting in a tank explosion. Firefighters are actively working to manage the flames within the remaining tanks.
🖼️ The Photos:
📊 By The Numbers:
- 22 units are on the scene.
- 3 domes were involved in the fire.
- Dome 3 has been fully contained.
- Dome 1 is partially contained.
🔜 What’s Next?: Fire crews will continue their efforts to fully contain the fire within the remaining tanks. Investigations into the cause of the fire and subsequent explosion will follow once the site is secured.
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