Emergency crews are responding to an ammonia leak at the CF Industries plant on Highway 49, just north of Yazoo City.The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it began responding to the leak Wednesday afternoon. Officials said an evacuation order has been issued for residents in the Renshaw Road and Generette Road area. They are being asked to leave their homes immediately.A large plume of smoke could be seen rising from the site, and multiple people who live nearby reported feeling a strong jolt, describing it as similar to an explosion.The Yazoo County Emergency Management Agency confirmed to 16 WAPT News that multiple local, state, and federal agencies are on the scene. The Mississippi Highway Patrol said it is assisting with traffic control in the area.According to the company’s website, CF Industries manufactures hydrogen and nitrogen products.In a statement Wednesday night, CF Industries said all employees and contractors on site at the time of the incident have been safely accounted for, with no injuries reported.The company said the response to the incident is ongoing and that additional updates will be provided.In coordination with local emergency officials, the American Red Cross has opened a reception center at Yazoo County High School (191 Panther Drive) to support residents affected by the hazardous leak.The center is open and provides a safe, climate-controlled environment for residents who need temporary assistance or are unable to remain in their homes. Red Cross volunteers are on-site to offer comfort, information, and support.Residents who plan to go to the reception center are urged to bring essential items they may need for an overnight stay, including prescription medications, important documents, personal hygiene items, and comfort items for children.“We are here to support the Yazoo City community during this challenging time,” said Annette Rowland, regional communications director for the American Red Cross Alabama and Mississippi Region. “Our priority is to ensure everyone has a safe place to go and access to the resources they need.”Local and state agencies continue to monitor the situation. Officials urge residents to avoid the impacted zone and stay tuned to local news and emergency channels for the latest information.Stay with 16 WAPT for updates as this story develops.
YAZOO COUNTY, Miss. —
Emergency crews are responding to an ammonia leak at the CF Industries plant on Highway 49, just north of Yazoo City.
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it began responding to the leak Wednesday afternoon. Officials said an evacuation order has been issued for residents in the Renshaw Road and Generette Road area. They are being asked to leave their homes immediately.
A large plume of smoke could be seen rising from the site, and multiple people who live nearby reported feeling a strong jolt, describing it as similar to an explosion.
The Yazoo County Emergency Management Agency confirmed to 16 WAPT News that multiple local, state, and federal agencies are on the scene. The Mississippi Highway Patrol said it is assisting with traffic control in the area.
According to the company’s website, CF Industries manufactures hydrogen and nitrogen products.
In a statement Wednesday night, CF Industries said all employees and contractors on site at the time of the incident have been safely accounted for, with no injuries reported.
The company said the response to the incident is ongoing and that additional updates will be provided.
In coordination with local emergency officials, the American Red Cross has opened a reception center at Yazoo County High School (191 Panther Drive) to support residents affected by the hazardous leak.
The center is open and provides a safe, climate-controlled environment for residents who need temporary assistance or are unable to remain in their homes. Red Cross volunteers are on-site to offer comfort, information, and support.
Residents who plan to go to the reception center are urged to bring essential items they may need for an overnight stay, including prescription medications, important documents, personal hygiene items, and comfort items for children.
“We are here to support the Yazoo City community during this challenging time,” said Annette Rowland, regional communications director for the American Red Cross Alabama and Mississippi Region. “Our priority is to ensure everyone has a safe place to go and access to the resources they need.”
Local and state agencies continue to monitor the situation. Officials urge residents to avoid the impacted zone and stay tuned to local news and emergency channels for the latest information.
Stay with 16 WAPT for updates as this story develops.