Henry, Tenn.–The massive fire at Henry is now contained, but could still burn for days. Firefighters–most of them volunteers–have responded to the scene from all over this area. Many of the responding fire departments are helping with shuttling water to the scene as the water system in the tiny town of Henry could not handle the amount of water required.
In addition to the Henry Volunteer Fire Department, firefighters responded from Paris, Paris Landing, McKenzie, Huntingdon, Camden, Obion, Ore Springs/Como, Gibson County, Madison County, Latham/Dukedom, Oakland, Carroll County, and many more.
The Sigma Renew 360 plastic recycling plant is a total loss in the blaze and state inspectors are investigating the cause of the fire.
Friday afternoon and evening, many donations of water, food and snacks arrived for the firefighters from private citizens, stores and restaurants.
Latham/Dukedom Volunteer Fire Chief Sean Fulcher issued this statement early this morning:
“Today’s large fire in Henry, Tennessee showed exactly why the fire service deserves more respect and support than it often receives. Departments from all over responded without hesitation, working together for one purpose — helping people in need.