Evacuations ordered within one mile of seafood plant fire on Newport’s Bayfront

A fire at a seafood plant in Oregon forces evacuations amid fear of ammonia exposure

A coastal city in Oregon issued evacuations after a fire erupted at a seafood wholesaler and there was concern the smoke contained ammonia. The City of Newport initially issued the evacuation order for a 1-mile radius surrounding a Pacific Seafood…

Fire at seafood plant forces evacuations in Oregon

Evacuations were ordered in Oregon after a fire at a seafood plant sent thick smoke and fog into the air. The city of Newport says it is investigating if possible ammonia contamination has occurred. NBC News’ George Solis reports.

Oregon City Newport on high alert, issues evacuation order over possible ammonia leak

Ammonia is a colorless gas with a sharp odor. High levels of exposure can cause skin, eye and throat irritation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Fire at Oregon seafood plant triggers evacuations over ammonia concerns

Officials lowered evacuation levels near a Newport, Oregon, seafood plant after a fire sparked concerns over potential ammonia smoke.

Residents in coastal Oregon town urged to evacuate after plant fire

Residents in a coastal Oregon town were urged to evacuate due to possible ammonia contamination after a fire at a seafood plant, officials said.

Ammonia tank explodes sending toxic fumes spreading over Oregon town

Footage taken near Pacific Seafood in Newport, Oregon, showed a huge cloud of smoke rising from the plant located near the city's port on the Yaquina River.