A FIRE has triggered explosions in downtown Omaha, where first responders are battling a massive blaze at a chemical production company.
A thick plume of smoke could be seen with flames engulfing parts of the facility as first responders warned people nearby to shelter in place because of the fumes.
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Burning fuel was reportedly pouring out of the building toward fire trucks causing them to withdraw.
There are also reports of propane tanks exploding and walls collapsing as firefighters try to maintain the blaze.
The Omaha Fire Department has confirmed they are on the scene and are asking people to steer clear of the area as more units arrive.
Despite this, a large traffic jam is surrounding the area, making it even harder for more officials to move in.
“Please keep our first responders and firefighters in your thoughts as they battle this 3-alarm fire downtown,” Douglas County officials wrote.
First responders were called to the Nox Crete building at around 7pm local time. The company makes chemical sealers for concrete, local media reports.
The Foam Taskforce has also been requested to help fight the blaze.
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