According to a report at Sandhills Express, the East Central District Health Department (ECDHD) was notified Thursday of a smoldering coal fire at the ADM plant in Columbus, NE.
Residents in the immediate vicinity were encouraged take precautions against possible carbon monoxide exposure.
ADM issued a statement via email to Sandhills Express:
“Recently, ADM colleagues discovered smoldering coal in our storage dome in Columbus, NE.
"We called the fire department, and are working with external experts from Hazard Control Technologies to monitor the situation and extinguish any remaining hot spots.
"Ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, the community and the environment are among our most important responsibilities, and we will conduct a thorough investigation of this incident.”
