Chemical Plant Fire Prompts Atlanta Health Warnings

Atlanta residents have been advised to stay indoors and keep windows closed as smoke from a chemical plant fire in Conyers, Georgia, containing chlorine, is expected to spread due to shifting winds. The BioLab facility, which manufactures pool and spa products, caught fire on Sunday, leading to high chlorine levels that could cause respiratory irritation, particularly for those with pre-existing conditions. Despite the fire being under control, the smoldering materials continue to release fumes, with elevated chlorine concentrations detected around the plant. The Georgia Emergency Management Agency has stated that while the chlorine smell may be noticeable, it is not at harmful levels, though citizens are urged to exercise caution and report any symptoms. As a precaution, local authorities have issued shelter-in-place advisories and warned of potential haze and chlorine odors across metro Atlanta. Residents have reported health effects, and emergency services have received numerous related calls since the fire began.