BioLab Fire Update: Toxic Plumes Trigger Evacuations and Hospitalizations in Conyers Community

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The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has provided an update on the investigation into the September 29 fire at BioLab in Conyers, which resulted in road closures, hospitalizations, and evacuations affecting 17,000 residents. The fire began after an employee reported a chemical reaction and large toxic vapor plumes, leading to a shelter-in-place order and the eventual destruction of the facility. The investigation continues to assess the causes of the incident, the handling of oxidizers, and the environmental impacts, with previous incidents at BioLab raising concerns about safety protocols.