Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Explosion at Louisiana Automotive Supply Prompts Evacuations
A large explosion and fire happened at Smitty's Supply, an automotive supply company, in Roseland, Louisiana.
Because of the danger, people within a mile had to leave, including a nearby elementary school.
The fire caused a lot of smoke.
The company makes and sells automotive parts and lubricants.
Emergency workers are checking the air to make sure it's safe.
Luckily, no one was hurt.
Officials are working to find out what caused the explosion and how to handle any environmental effects.
An explosion and fire occurred at Smitty's Supply in Roseland, Louisiana.
Mandatory evacuations were ordered within a one-mile radius due to the incident.
The fire involved the automotive supply company's building, producing thick black smoke.
No injuries have been reported, according to authorities.
The cause of the explosion and potential chemical hazards are under investigation.
- Who
- Emergency responders, residents, students and officials.
- What
- An explosion and fire at Smitty's Supply.
- When
- August 22, 2025.
- Where
- Roseland, Louisiana, at Smitty's Supply.
- Why
- The cause of the explosion is under investigation.
- Location
- Roseland, LA
- Business
- Smitty's Supply
- Incident
- Explosion and Fire
- Evacuation Zone
- 1-mile radius
- Injuries Reported
- No
- Products
- Lubricants and automotive parts
- Employees
- Approximately 400
Sources
Roseland, LA: Mandatory Evacuation Ordered After 'Reported Explosion' And Fire At Smitty’s | Videos
Smitty's Supply: All About the Company At The Center Of Explosion That Rocked Roseland, LA
Massive fire at Louisiana automotive supply facility forces evacuations