The BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia, has had four fires in the last 20 years, while another BioLab facility in Westlake, Louisiana, has had three fires in the last four years.
This surprising number of fires in a relatively short time span indicates a pattern of negligence that has put thousands of people’s lives at risk and created ecological hazards that may last for years.
If you became ill as a result of the recent toxic plume over Conyers, a BioLab fire lawsuit lawyer may be able to help you get compensation for your medical bills and more.
How Many Fires Has the BioLab in Conyers Had?
While the latest fire has drawn national attention, our lawyers have long been aware of potentially hazardous conditions at the Conyers BioLab facility because this is the fourth fire it has experienced since 2004.
2024
Most recently, on September 29, 2024, 17,000 people in Conyers were evacuated, and the remainder of Rockdale County residents were told to shelter in place.
Malfunctioning sprinklers caused water to come into contact with a water-reactive chemical, which produced a toxic plume that lingered over the city for days.
As of the October 9, 2024, update on the BioLab fire provided by Rockdale County, the ongoing BioLab cleanup efforts will continue to cause visible plumes. The county says the plumes are “expected and closely monitored.”
2020
On September 14, 2020, the Conyers BioLab facility experienced a “thermal decomposition event” involving chlorine.
While no injuries were reported, I-20 was closed for more than six hours due to smoke caused by the event.
2016
On June 4, 2016, the BioLab in Conyers experienced a chemical fire when chlorine pellets stored in 5-gallon buckets had a chemical reaction.
Residents within one mile of the facility were evacuated for a couple of hours as a safety precaution.
2004
The first notable BioLab fire in Conyers occurred on May 25, 2004.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), I-20 was shut down for several hours, and the plume’s effect was felt more than 50 miles away when water runoff from fighting the fire contaminated VFW Lake, killing numerous fish.
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How Many Fires Have Other BioLab Locations Had?
The BioLab in Conyers, Georgia, is not the only location to have had numerous fires. A BioLab facility in Westlake, Louisiana, has also had three fires in the last four years.
July 2024
On July 2, 2024, the Westlake BioLab suffered a chemical incident with a possible fire that prompted shelter-in-place orders for residents and casino patrons near the facility and caused a large plume of white smoke.
March 2023
What we know about the Westlake BioLab chlorine leak on March 22, 2023, is that it caused a visible cloud to form over the city, resulting in several-hour shelter-in-place orders for local residents.
August 2020
On August 27, 2020, a BioLab Lake Charles chemical fire and release caused significant damage to the facility, although there were no reports of injuries.
Hurt by the Toxic Plume? Contact Us
If you’re experiencing difficulty breathing, burning eyes, or any other symptoms due to the toxic plume that came from the Conyers BioLab facility, our firm may be able to help you get compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other financial damages.
For more than twenty years, John Foy & Associates has been helping victims get the money, care, and respect they deserve.
There’s no fee until we win, so schedule a free, no-obligation consultation today to find out how much your case may be worth.
How Much does a BioLab Fire Lawsuit Lawyer Cost?
The experienced attorneys at John Foy & Associates work on a contingency fee basis, meaning we take a percentage of the money we collect for you without asking for any upfront money.
We don’t want to add to your financial burden during this difficult time. If we don’t get you any money, then you never owe us anything.
Contact us today to schedule a free, no-risk initial consultation to discuss your BioLab lawsuit.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a BioLab Fire Lawsuit Attorney
If you’re suffering effects from the toxic plume released by the BioLab fire, you need a BioLab fire lawsuit lawyer from John Foy & Associates to help you get the compensation you deserve for your hospital bills, medications, and other expenses.
BioLab seems to have a history of problems. While we can’t make them go back in time to prevent the fire, we can make them pay you money for the damages you suffered as a result of their negligence.
Since 2003, we’ve recovered over $1 billion for clients all around Georgia. Schedule a free consultation today to find out how we can help you get compensation for the devastation BioLab has caused you.
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