Explosion in Louisville's Clifton Area Prompts Hazardous Materials Response
ICARO Media Group
### Explosion Rocks Louisville's Clifton Neighborhood
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - An explosion of significant magnitude was reported Tuesday afternoon in Louisville's Clifton area. The incident occurred around 3 p.m. in the 1900 block of Payne Street, according to MetroSafe.
Louisville Metro police have advised residents and the general public to steer clear of the affected zone. Louisville Metro Emergency Services have labeled the incident as involving hazardous materials, prompting a shelter-in-place order for a one-mile radius around the explosion site.
The Transportation Authority of River City (TARC) has stepped in to provide assistance at the scene. They have arranged for a bus to serve as a temporary resting place for Louisville Fire and EMS personnel. Additionally, TARC is rerouting its current transit services in the Clifton area. For those who need to check their routes, TARC has provided a contact number for route inquiries.
Authorities including the Louisville Metro Police Department are actively involved in supporting the Louisville Fire Department's response to the incident. Local news station WHAS11 has deployed a crew to cover the unfolding situation.
This story is developing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.