Emergency services are responding to a fire at B’s Recycling Plant in Cane Garden, St Thomas, the Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed.
The blaze has resulted in heavy smoke affecting several surrounding communities.
Residents in Cane Garden and nearby districts including Arthur Seat, Redman’s Village, Welches, Melrose, Lower Edgehill, Jackson, Clermont and Warrens may experience reduced air quality as a result.
Health officials are advising persons with asthma or other pre-existing respiratory conditions to avoid the affected areas until conditions improve. Anyone experiencing discomfort or illness due to smoke exposure is urged to seek immediate medical attention at the nearest healthcare facility.
Emergency responders are working to bring the fire under control and to minimise potential health risks to the public. (MR/MHW/BGIS)
