UPDATE: Two Seaford warehouses destroyed in morning fire
12:15 p.m. UPDATE: State fire marshals are continuing to investigate this fire.
The fire, reported shortly before 7 a.m., destroyed two warehouse/storage structures on the property and caused damage to other structures at the site. Several firefighters were treated and released from local hospitals for injuries sustained in the blaze. No other injuries were reported.
Total damage has been estimated at $1 million.
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11 a.m. UPDATE: City of Seaford officials say many residents have or are experiencing issues with floating ash debris, air quality, and dirty water resulting from this fire.
We’re told the air quality is being monitored by DNREC, but at this time there are no concerns from hazardous chemicals Turning off HVAC units and closing windows will help prevent smoke and/or soot from entering your home.
Officials are recommending that individuals with existing breathing difficulties take these preventative measures as well due to diminished air quality until it improves over the next several hours.
Citizens are also reportedly experiencing dirty water as a result of fighting the fire. If you are experiencing dirty water, city officials say you can turn off all internal faucets, refrain from doing laundry, open outside hose bibs, and allow the water to run until it flows clear.
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SEAFORD, Del. – Numerous fire companies from across Delmarva are actively battling a fire in two large warehouses in Seaford.
We’re told crews from the Seaford Volunteer Fire Department responded to 503 Harrington Street, just after 7 a.m. Wednesday. Units from the Blades Volunteer Fire Company, Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Company, Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company, Delmar Fire Department, Federalsburg Fire Company, Eldorado – Brookview Volunteer Fire Company, and Sussex County EMS are assisting.
Crews with the Gumboro Volunteer Fire Company, Farmington Fire Company, Sharptown Volunteer Fire Department, Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Company, Dagsboro Volunteer Fire Department, and Mardela Springs Volunteer Fire Company have all been alerted.
Additionally, a tanker strike force has been requested, and the Ellendale Fire Company has been alerted for multiple tankers.
We will be sure to update this article with the latest information as it becomes available.
