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Evacuation Order Issued due to Industrial Fire

April 11, 2023

Wayne County Emergency Management Agency has issued an Evacuation/Shelter In Place order as follows:

Large Fire at 358 NW F St. Evacuation/ Shelter in Place depending on you location:

There is a large industrial fire at 358 NW F St in Richmond, Indiana.  Evacuation orders for residents and persons within 0.5 miles of the incident has been issued.  Those outside of the 0.5 mile and east/northeast (downwind) of the incident are encouraged to shelter in place.  To shelter in place, turn off HVAC units, keep windows and doors closed, and bring pets inside until advised further.

If you need assistance to evacuate from the half mile radius of the industrial fire on NW F Street call (765) 983-7580.

Power Outage

The area of NW F Street between 2nd and 5th Street will be out while firefighters work to contain the fire.  Our thoughts and prayers to all the firefighters and personnel involved.

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