Residents in Conyers remain in shelter-in-place as the BioLab fire is updated.

County officials in Georgia have ordered another shelter-in-place as they continue to monitor plumes resulting from a chemical fire at a BioLab facility in Conyers. The fire reignited due to contact between water and a reactive chemical, creating a plume. Residents have been warned about air quality concerns and advised to shelter in place from 7 pm to 7 am until Friday. The direction of the plumes may cause Atlanta residents to smell chlorine. Officials are monitoring air quality and warn of potential health risks from chlorine compounds in the smoke. A class-action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Rockdale residents against BioLab and KIK Consumer Products Inc for property-related damages and loss of use and enjoyment. The EPA is tracking air quality using real-time monitoring instruments. The situation is being closely monitored until safe conditions prevail. The incident has had an impact beyond Rockdale County, affecting other municipalities and counties in the region. The government agency responsible for monitoring the situation has advised on safety precautions and continues to provide updates on the situation. The lawsuit highlights the lack of trust in companies handling dangerous chemicals and the need for accountability to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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