Fire Forces Evacuations In Newport

Photo: Oregon State Fire Marshall

Level Three Go Now! evacuations were made Sunday morning in Newport, because of a large fire at the Pacific Seafood plant on the bay front.

A tank containing anhydrous ammonia, used for refrigeration, was inside of the building.

The tank was found intact, and didn't leak. Hazmat teams remained on site to monitor air quality. A task force from Marion County also deployed to relieve local fire crews.

A strike team from Lane County is expected Monday morning.


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