Posted on 08/27/2021 5:04:54 PM PDT by dynachrome
Emergency crews are searching for a missing person after a huge fire at a plastics manufacturer.
Homes were evacuated after the blaze at Leeson Polyurethanes Ltd in Leamington Spa caused explosions and reports of a strong chemical smell.
A large plume of black smoke began to billow from the site on Friday morning and was visible from miles around.
The missing individual is an employee and his family have been kept informed, Warwickshire Police said.
Supt Mike Smith described the fire at the site on Juno Drive as "incredibly challenging" and said all other staff were safe.
The company published a short statement on its website saying there had been "a major incident at the premises".
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The company published a short statement on its website saying there had been "a major incident at the premises".
wow thanks for posting. i have relatives in this town and need to check in with them.
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