Industrial Fire On The Newport Bayfront

UPDATE: Approximately 25-30 people were at the evacuation site prior to it being moved to the Atonement Lutheran Church. Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospiital is still open and operating as usual.

Hazmat is on scene and investigating if ammonia was released, but the city has no confirmation of a contamination at this time

The Sheriff's Office has moved the evacuation to a Level 2, Be Set. This not a mandatory evacuation, but it is recommend and the city is asking ALL Newport residents to shelter in place as a safety precaution.

UPDATE: An evacuation center has been set up at the Atonement Lutheran Church 2315 N Coast Highway in Newport, next to the PUD. The evacuation area has been expanded to a one mile radius due to potential toxic smoke.

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has reported that emergency crews responnded to an industrial fire at the Pacific Seafood plant on the Newport bayfront at 8:51 am on Sunday October 25th. Crews are on scene now, working to keep the fire from spreading. There are no reported injuries at this time. There is a half mile evacuation in place for those who live or work near the area. This is due to heavy smoke, that can be toxic. The wind is also pushing smoke to the north east areas, visibility on roadways near the area may be low. Please avoid the area and drive with caution. This is an ongoing story and updates will be provided.