UPDATE: Shelter-in-Place and Evacuations Ordered Due to Biolab Chemical Plant Fire (VIDEO)

Currently, a shelter-in-place order and evacuations are underway as numerous hazmat crews and other emergency services respond to a significant fire at the Biolab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia.

The plant, which is part of the swimming pool and spa water care division of KIK Consumer Products, is sending a massive plume of thick black and brown toxic smoke over the town and can be seen miles away. Officials have blocked off I-20.

The fire reportedly started after a sprinkler head malfunctioned, reacting with a water-reactive chemical and wiring at the plant, though officials are still investigating.

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