News Briefs: Major WWTP Fire Causes Damage, Evacuations in New Zealand

A major wastewater treatment plant fire in Christchurch, New Zealand, sent thick clouds of black smoke into the sky, resulted in extensive damage to the Bromley facility and caused local evacuations of nearby residents. Officials say the fire likely started on the roof of a building where crews were working before it jumped to another building. Both the buildings eventually collapsed.Despite damage to the trickling filter system, operators say the facility can still accept the full amount of wastewater from the city.One contractor on site reported a superficial injury, but other than that, no injuries were reported.Ohio Water District Plans Tank