The fire broke out almost precisely 1 year after the same place was severely damaged by a fire that raged for 2 days.Witnesses said that last Wednesday the fire was accompanied by a series of loud explosions and reported large heaps of smoke rising from the scene.The SFRS recommended that the windows and doors should be closed, and residents would not collect any garbage in the area.Police and emergency services determined on Friday that the fire was not set on purpose, according to local media.
“According to reports, the amount of toxins released is equal to 1000 trucks with diesel engines moving continuously for more than 10 years” “One user commented on X. Last September, the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) revoked Fenix's waste management licence under "an extended enforcement package".The company was required to transfer any waste infringing the licence to an approved establishment.As part of the enforcement measures, Fenix received a deadline until June to meet respective requirements, including removal of fire residue, repair of damaged infrastructure and implementation of a comprehensive fire prevention and mitigation plan.The Agency has stated that its officers have visited the site to collect samples from close watercourses and will proceed to monitor the situation.
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source:https://www.rt.com/news/615746-battery-plant-fire/
