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Parkersburg Fire Contained and Evacuation Lifted | Parkersburg News
In Parkersburg, West Virginia, a fire forced a shelter-in-place order in a quarter-mile zone around 1560 Staunton Turnpike due to dangerously high air quality readings—over 35 ppm for 30 minutes. While masks were recommended, not required, officials worked to contain the blaze, which was 45% extinguished, using excavators to douse hidden flames. The FAA established a no-fly zone up to 1,000 feet around the site to keep airspace clear for emergency crews. Now, with the shelter-in-place lifted, residents can breathe easier—follow Wood County 911 and Sheriff’s Office social media for updates…
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