Photos from Scene of Detroit Fire with Hazmat

Ian Kushnir of Double Deuce Fire Images (doubledeucefire.smugmug.com) provided several shots from a large fire in Detroit yesterday that involved hazardous materials.

There were no reported injuries in the fire, which occurred at a chemical manufacturer. Employees reported that they mixed chemicals, causing a reaction and explosion. The fire forced the evacuation of surrounding homes and a nearby elementary school.

Photos from Scene of Detroit Fire with Hazmat

Photos from Scene of Detroit Fire with Hazmat

Photos from Scene of Detroit Fire with Hazmat

The above photo shows chemicals flowing into the sewer: it was a glue-type adhesive, according to Ian.

Photos from Scene of Detroit Fire with Hazmat

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