DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — According to the DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency, reports are showing that thousands of tires are currently on fire in Boaz on Saturday morning.
The DeKalb County EMA says the tire fire is taking place on 244 County Road 379, in the portion of Boaz located in DeKalb County, which is producing heavy smoke in the area.
Other agencies such as the Marshall County Emergency Agency, Jackson County Emergency Management, Alabama Emergency Management, Alabama Department of Environmental Management, US Environmental Protection Agency, Alabama Forestry Commission, local fire departments including Aroney, Sardis, Boaz, Rainsville, Section/Macedonia, Kilpatrick and Crossville are assisting with monitoring the fire.
DeKalb County EMA said the EPA, at the request of ADEM and AEMA, is helping with air monitoring, and that the EPA has established two air monitoring stations to monitor air quality at the nearest homes close to the fire and directly downwind.
The DeKalb County EMA says tire fires release thick black smoke that can be hazardous for people with asthma, respiratory conditions or other underlying health concerns.
Agencies strongly recommended that people stay out of the smoke if encountered as a precautionary measure and that there would be a distinct smell associated with the smoke.
People are encouraged to contact the local department of health or their primary care physician if they have any concerns regarding potential exposure.
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