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PHOTOS: Neighborhood after Roseland explosion

Emily Hingle, a resident of Stoney Pint in Washington Parish, which is on the Tangipahoa Parish line, sent WGNO photos of her ...
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Additional resources arrive in Roseland as officials continue efforts to contain plant fire

A containment berm was being established around the site to prevent any runoff of hazardous materials, and recovery ...

VIDEO: Crews cleaning out Tangipahoa River after Roseland warehouse explosion

As the EPA takes over as the lead agency responding to the aftermath of an explosion at a Roseland warehouse, crews have ...

Roseland community still shaken after explosion at Smitty’s Supply

Soot and oil still cover much of neighboring properties, some residents worry about the damage it'll cause. ROSELAND, La. — ...
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'You can kind of taste it in the air': Roseland plant explosion ignites health concerns

An explosion and fire at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland left residents under evacuation, cars coated in oil, and questions about ...

State Police: Fire 90% contained at Roseland chemical plant; EPA monitors air and river

Officials say the fire is 90% contained. Authorities continue battling the fire at Smitty’s Supply in Tangipahoa Parish. No ...

'Bam, Bam, Bam': Residents describe fire, fumes and blasts after Roseland plant incident in Louisiana

Residents describe chaotic moments after a Roseland plant explosion. Evacuations in place, smoke visible from miles away, Hwy ...