Wood chips burning in fire at Port of Greater Baton Rouge, according to West Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office

1 hour 58 minutes 29 seconds ago Saturday, March 07 2026 Mar 7, 2026 March 07, 2026 12:08 PM March 07, 2026 in News

Source: WBRZ

BATON ROUGE — A fire was reported at the Port of Baton Rouge on Saturday.

The West Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to the fire with assistance from the Baton Rouge Fire Department.

The fire occurred just before 12 p.m. According to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, the material burning is reported to be wood chips.

There are no road closures at this time, but heavy congestion remains along I-10 and La. 1.

There are currently no reported injuries.

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