ROSELAND – Residents who were forced to evacuate Friday night after the fire at Smitty’s Supply are finally back in their homes, but many say what they’ve returned to is worse than they expected.

A one-mile evacuation zone was ordered after flames broke out at the chemical distributor. The order was scaled back on Monday, allowing some families to return, but neighbors along Garrick Road say they’re now dealing with soot, oil, and unanswered questions.

“This is worse than Hurricane Katrina," resident Tina Henry told WBRZ. "I need some help.”

“It was total chaos out here," another resident said, describing the chaos Friday night when smoke blanketed the community. "I’m telling you, it was bad.”

Now, residents are reporting damage and health concerns. “I can’t get out down my ramp. It’s

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