Investigation underway into Louisiana chemical plant fire that injured 3

GEISMAR, La. (AP) — Two people were injured Thursday after a fire at a chemical plant in Louisiana, officials said.

It happened at the Chevron Renewable Energy Group plant in Geismar, about 66 miles (106 kilometers) west of New Orleans, around 8:30 a.m., news outlets reported.

“The fire has been extinguished with the support of local resources and the team is working to safely and methodically shut down the facility. We are extremely grateful to local responders for their immediate response,” said Chevron spokeswoman Allison Cook.

What started the fire remains under investigation.

The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the fire was fully extinguished by 9:40 a.m. and no off-site impacts were reported. Roads near the plant were temporarily closed, but deputies said they have all reopened.

A Baton Rouge General Medical Center spokesman said one injured worker suffered what is considered “15 percent burns” and is listed in serious condition. The other worker suffered 2 percent burns and “is in good condition and will be released later (Thursday) to continue treatment with outpatient care,” said Meghan Parrish, vice president of communications at Baton Rouge General.

According to officials, the factory was closed for a day and workers were transported off site.

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