ROSELAND, La. (WAFB) - The EPA’s cleanup and monitoring process continues following a fire at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland.

The fire happened on the afternoon of Friday, August 22, and burned across several acres of petroleum products, storage tanks, and equipment. While no injuries or fatalities were reported as a result, the impact of the incident continues.

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