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Fire Out, Cleanup Underway | Parkersburg News
The big fire at People’s Cartage is officially extinguished, with a six-person crew still on standby to prevent rekindling. WVDEP has taken over from state environmental teams and is now overseeing cleanup, with contractors set to begin sorting through rubble to determine proper disposal and assess surrounding areas. Water tests from the Little Kanawha River show no contamination, and air monitors have been packed up since air quality remains normal — though they’re ready to return if needed. EPA’s mobile lab is heading to local farms to provide quick results for crops and soil, while WVDA…
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