An explosion and large fire occurred at a recycling plant that stored and recycled batteries. The plant's owners believe batteries are the likely cause of the incident. Firefighters arrived to find explosions and projectiles coming from the plant, but were able to bring the fire under control by midnight.

Hazmat teams determined the smoke was nontoxic, and there have been no reports of injuries. As a result, no evacuation was necessary. Crews remain on the scene, and an investigation is ongoing.

Further details about the incident are available, including a full news conference and accounts from neighbors who were caught off guard by the loud explosions and flying debris.