Detroit Mulch Fire Prompts Air Quality Concerns

A massive fire broke out at the Detroit Mulch Company on Prairie Street at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, rapidly growing to the size of at least five football fields and affecting air quality in the surrounding neighborhoods. Firefighters, numbering around 120 in rotating shifts, have been working throughout the night to contain the blaze, which has not resulted in any injuries or damage to nearby buildings. As of Wednesday morning, the fire remains active, with officials indicating it may continue burning for days. Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire, which has forced the business to close temporarily. Authorities are advising residents to keep their windows closed and avoid the area due to smoke, while also emphasizing that no evacuations have been ordered yet.