Chemical Fire in Conyers, Georgia Forces Evacuations and Shelter-in-Place Orders
A significant chemical fire erupted at a bio-laboratory in Conyers, Georgia, early Sunday morning, leading to widespread disruptions and safety measures for local residents. The incident began around 5 a.m. when a malfunctioning sprinkler system inadvertently sprayed water onto a chemical substance, triggering a dangerous reaction, according to Rockdale County Fire Chief Marian McDaniel. As the fire raged, a thick plume of smoke and harmful chemicals was released into the atmosphere, prompting ...