A massive fire broke out at a chemical plant in Rockton, Illinois, USA where grease oil, metal working fluids and cleaners were produced. A large number of firefighters and rescue teams were dispatched to the scene. The chemicals at the plant quickly set the entire building on fire. Rockton police announced an internal order of eviction to local residents on Twitter. Rockton Fire Chief Kirk Wilson said the fire was expected to continue for a few days more.
The cause of the fire is not yet known.