Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Chemical Fire in Newburgh Prompts Shelter-in-Place Order
There's a fire in Newburgh, Indiana, that involves chemicals, causing a large black smoke plume.
Firefighters and hazardous materials teams are working to put it out and monitor the air.
People in the area have been told to stay indoors with their windows closed to avoid breathing in any dangerous fumes.
The authorities are checking the air quality to ensure it is safe, and they have not issued an evacuation order yet.
This is similar to past incidents in the area, emphasizing the importance of safety during such events.
If you need help, you can call local emergency services.
A chemical fire erupted in Newburgh, Indiana, near Vann Road and Anderson Road.
A shelter-in-place order was issued due to the fire, affecting a specific area.
Multiple fire departments, including Evansville, are working to contain the blaze.
Hazardous materials teams are monitoring air quality for potential dangerous substances.
No injuries have been reported, and authorities are updating the public.
- Who
- Multiple fire crews and hazardous materials teams.
- What
- A chemical fire.
- When
- Started around 2:42 p.m. CDT on Saturday.
- Where
- Near Vann Road and Anderson Road in Newburgh, Indiana.
- Why
- The exact cause has not been confirmed.
- Location
- Newburgh, Indiana
- Incident Type
- Chemical Fire
- Shelter-in-Place Area
- Oak Grove Road to Lincoln Avenue, Anderson Road to Wethers Road
- First Response
- Ohio Township Fire Department
- Additional Support
- Evansville Fire Department
- Air Quality Monitoring
- Ongoing
- Contact
- Warrick County Dispatch (812-897-1200), Newburgh Fire Department (812-853-1720)