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Fire rips through recycling facility in Islandia

The fire caused Vets Highway to be closed in both directions at Blydenburgh Road.

News 12 Staff

Jun 12, 2023, 5:47 AM

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A massive fire at a recycling facility in Islandia is now under control.

The fire broke out around 2 a.m. at Long Island Waste Services where piles of household garbage are disposed of.

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At least nine fire departments were called in to fight the flame.

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The fire caused Veterans Memorial Highway to be closed in both directions at Blydenburgh Road. It has since reopened.

No injuries were reported.  

 





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