An industrial fire in Ghent, N.Y. in Columbia County across the line from western Massachusetts, has prompted Gov. Dannel Malloy to partially activate the state’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The EOC will monitor the potentially hazardous cloud of smoke.
“After assessing this potential threat with emergency management and public health officials, I have directed a partial activation of the EOC today,” Governor Malloy said in a statement. “This will allow us to monitor current conditions and advise the public quickly if protective actions are needed. We continue to coordinate with New York and Massachusetts and will keep the media updated on any developments.”
The Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Division of the State Police, Department of Public Health, Department of Transportation, Military Department, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection and State Fire Coordination will participate.