A large fire broke out at SPS Technologies, a manufacturing site in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, on Monday night, leading to evacuations and school closures due to hazardous air pollution concerns. The fire ignited shortly after 9:30 p.m. and witnesses reported an explosion at the facility. Authorities have implemented a shelter-in-place order and advised businesses within a mile of the site to remain closed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by local police and fire officials. SPS Technologies has a history of environmental compliance issues, including a recent EPA fine.
"The blaze started just after 9:30 p.m. Eastern at a 560,000-square-foot complex housing SPS Technologies, a manufacturing company, in Jenkintown, Pa."
"Officials have urged people to avoid the area... due to heavy smoke and the possibility of toxic materials burning at the site."
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