Fires Erupt at U.S. Recycling Facilities Over Weekend

Two significant fires broke out at recycling facilities in the U.S. over the weekend. In Fort Worth, Texas, a fire at Silver Creek Materials involved a large pile of tires and other materials, causing smoke visible for miles and resulting in two minor injuries. Meanwhile, in Kernersville, North Carolina, a fire at OmniSource's metal recycling facility required over a million gallons of water for containment. The fire, which affected two acres, left one firefighter injured and is about 50% contained. Authorities in Kernersville have warned the public to stay away from the affected area as operations continue. The cause of the Kernersville fire is still under investigation.