Smitty's Supply Fire: EPA and LDEQ announce air monitoring results below harmful thresholds

The fire incident at Smitty's facility in Roseland, Louisiana, continues to be a focus of attention for multiple agencies. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are working together on-site with the Unified Command and various federal, state, and local agencies to address the situation.

Edward Mekeel, the Public Information Officer of the EPA, can be contacted for media inquiries from the U.S. website at mekeel.edward@our website. For media inquiries from the Louisiana State Police, email [email protected].

First responders are working tirelessly to suppress the fire, and their efforts are being greatly appreciated. All agencies involved in managing the incident are being thanked for their dedication.

A one-mile evacuation zone has been established around Smitty's facility, and residents are urged to follow local authorities' guidance, including any evacuation or safety instructions. Public safety remains the top priority.

LDEQ and EPA teams are conducting air quality monitoring both within and outside the one-mile evacuation zone. The Louisiana State Police (LSP) has confirmed that all air monitoring results, as of today, are below health-based or actionable thresholds.

In addition, LDEQ is currently collecting water samples from areas impacted by offsite soot deposition around Smitty's facility. Results from the water sample analysis are expected within the next 48 hours. As of the release, all air monitoring results have shown either non-detectable readings or levels well below health-based or actionable thresholds.

All agencies involved are collaborating closely to determine any potential environmental impacts. The incident remains active, but updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

As the situation continues to unfold, it is important to remember the importance of adhering to safety guidelines and trusting the information provided by local authorities. Updates will be shared as they become available.

Smitty's Supply Fire: EPA and LDEQ announce air monitoring results below harmful thresholds