An explosion near Esparto and Madison resulted in thick black smoke and ignited fireworks, causing multiple spot fires. The warehouse building collapsed, though no injuries were reported. Authorities recommended that residents avoid the area for several days while containment efforts continued, with approximately 32 hectares affected by the blaze by Tuesday night. Explosives experts are on standby to assess the site once it cools down, as the cause of the explosion is still under investigation.
The blast occurred near Esparto and Madison, sending thick black smoke into the air and igniting fireworks that triggered spot fires across the area.
The warehouse building collapsed, but no injuries were reported.
Authorities have urged residents to avoid the area for several days while firefighters work to contain the blaze, which had burned around 32 hectares by Tuesday night.
Explosives experts will have to wait for the site to cool before beginning an assessment. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
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