Crews Battle Huge Fire at Green Tree Plastics in Evansville
A massive fire has broken out at an Evansville establishment today and firefighters are working to control the blaze. Green Tree Plastics on 1107 E Virginia St. caught fire this afternoon and the smoke can be seen around the city.
According to our news partners Eyewitness News 25: E. Virginia St. between Highway 41 and Kentucky Avenue is closed. You’re asked to avoid the area. Power to the surrounding area has also been cut for a safety precaution and to avoid further damage.
Green Tree Plastics manufactures plastic products using 100% recycled plastics, without hazardous chemicals, non-organic fillers, and non-organic color concentrates. The create planters, plastic lumber, furniture, benches, and custom pieces.
Eyewitness News 25 is live on the scene. See more about the Green Tree Plastics fire on their website and on-air.