The Greene County Sheriff’s Office reported a “major fire incident” Saturday afternoon. People nearby said the incident shook their homes.
The Sheriff’s Office identified the scene of the fire as the Novelis aluminum plant in Greensboro.
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Novelis is a major aluminum manufacturer and recycler headquartered in Atlanta.
“Firefighting operations are continuing at the Novelis scene. Use caution when traveling in the area and be alert to emergency personnel who are still assisting with this incident,” the Sheriff’s Office said.
Channel 2 Action News The Sheriff’s Office and the county fire department have been contacted for more information and to confirm the location of the fire. We also contacted Novelis Corporate Communications.
People in the area reported feeling what they called explosions that shook their homes and shared images of smoke billowing into the sky.
“There is no immediate threat to surrounding structures or residences and no injuries were reported,” the Sheriff’s Office said in an update.
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Images from the scene showed thick smoke billowing from the facility.
Police earlier said people should avoid Willow Run Road in Greensboro and the road would be closed to traffic.
The Sheriff’s Office issued an update at around 8 p.m., saying Willow Run Road has reopened to traffic.
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