Welding sparks large warehouse fire at Forest Hill recycling plant, fire chief says
FOREST HILL, Texas - Multiple fire crews responded Tuesday morning to a large commercial structure fire at an organic recycling plant in Forest Hill.
Forest Hill recycling plant fire details
What we know:
The fire was reported at approximately 11:02 a.m. at 4825 Forest Hill Circle, just south of Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 287 in southeast Tarrant County.
According to the Forest Hill Fire Department, firefighters arrived to find a large warehouse fully involved in flames. Crews from Forest Hill were assisted by the Fort Worth Fire Department, Kennedale Fire Department and Tarrant County ESD 1.
Due to the intensity of the fire, firefighters launched a defensive attack to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to other areas. Officials said the fire successfully contained the structure.
Cause of Forest Hill warehouse fire
What's next:
The Tarrant County Fire Marshal's Office investigated the incident and determined the fire was caused by welding activity inside the building. No injuries were reported.
This is a developing story.
The Source: Information in this article is from fire departments on the scene and Sky 4.