EPA to take lead of emergency response at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland
The Environmental Protection Agency is taking over as the lead agency on-scene in Roseland at Smitty’s Supply.
By Brandon Decareaux
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TANGIPAHOA PARISH, Louisiana (WDSU) — The Environmental Protection Agency is taking over as the lead agency on-scene in Roseland at Smitty’s Supply.
The EPA is mobilizing Emergency Rapid Response Services contractors to coordinate response efforts and continue operations.
The EPA plans to contain any remaining on-site hazardous materials and recover unburned material from the facility in ditches, ponds, and the Tangipahoa River.
The recovered materials will then be transported and disposed of in an EPA-approved facility.
To date, no injuries have been reported. Nearly 150 personnel are on-site, representing all levels of government and contracted support.
As of Monday morning, the fire is 90% contained.
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