The Baytown Fire Department orders residents of Evergreen Fairways and Trinity Oak to shelter-in-place due to a tank fire.
BAYTOWN, Texas — The Baytown Fire Department has issued a shelter-in-place order for two neighborhoods after a tank fire broke out Thursday.
The order affects residents in the Evergreen Fairways and Trinity Oak subdivisions. Fire crews are actively responding to the scene, according to an official update from the Baytown Fire Department.
What residents need to do:
- Take immediate action and shelter indoors
- Turn off all HVAC systems to prevent outside air from circulating
- Remain inside until further notice from the authorities
Emergency officials say more information will be provided as it becomes available.
KHOU 11 News is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as soon as they are released by the City of Baytown or first responders.