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City of Milltown, [Date] – A significant fire erupted at a local wastewater treatment plant pond following an incident involving a reckless driver, officials from the Milltown Fire Department (MFD) reported.
The fire, which began shortly after noon, prompted immediate responses from both the MFD and surrounding emergency services. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, but the blaze raised serious concerns regarding contamination and public safety at the wastewater facility.
According to preliminary reports, the driver was attempting to maneuver in the vicinity of the pond when their vehicle made contact with dry vegetation, igniting a rapid-fire spread across the area. The MFD highlighted that the intense heat and windy conditions exacerbated the situation, leading to further complications in extinguishing the fire.
“We arrived on scene quickly after receiving the first calls,” said Fire Chief Tom Richards. “Our priority was to contain the fire to prevent any potential environmental hazards and ensure that the treatment plant operations could resume.” Firefighters worked diligently for several hours to bring the situation under control, with additional crews on standby in case the fire threatened nearby structures.
Smoke from the blaze was visible for miles, prompting local residents to report their concerns. MFD urged citizens to remain vigilant and avoid the area while the situation was actively being handled.
The cause of the incident remains under investigation, and authorities are considering possible charges against the driver involved. Officials remind residents to exercise caution around such facilities and to report any dangerous activities immediately.
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