Oakland's Schnitzer Steel has history of fires renewing environmental concerns
where a massive fire broke out Wednesday has been the site of several fires in recent years, resulting in environmental violations, fines and renewed calls for the company to clean up its act.Thursday evening. Nearly 24 hours after fire broke out, Oakland Fire Department said they had concluded their work at the scene and all of their resources have left the facility.
"Due to the nature of the fire at this facility, there could be other things in that smoke," said Erin Demerritt with the air district. "We are advising residents to stay indoors if they smell smoke in order to protect their health."This is sixth major fire at Schnitzer Steel since 2018 involving hazardous materials, frustrating several community stakeholders.
The company has faced many lawsuits claiming it violated emissions rules and failed to warn the community about pollutants in the air.with the State of California and Alameda County following allegations hazardous waste entered the Oakland Estuary and polluted West Oakland neighborhoods. "We just want to ensure that they follow the law and that the air quality of folks in West Oakland and our employees and everyone with the A’s is taken into account," A’s President Dave Kaval said. "We’re really sad to see the fires continue."
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