Ohio Township Fire Under Control, Ash Safety Warnings Remain

WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. — Local leaders say the fire that broke out in Ohio Township over the weekend is now under control, and crews are shifting from containment to cleanup.

“No hazardous materials have been detected leaving the site,” said Ohio Township Fire Chief Scott Foreman. “We’re now moving into the recovery phase.”

Foreman confirmed the fire involved combustible metals like magnesium, aluminum, and zinc. Crews are still checking for any other hazardous substances. The structure itself wasn’t damaged…

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