(Marengo, IA) The fire is still ongoing at the Marengo bio-fuels plant, putting a pause on the investigation. Marengo police say it’s challenging to find a cause for the explosion without access to the facility. Still, the chemicals and other materials in the building continue to fuel the flames. One person remains in the hospital in serious condition. Five-to-ten others are still receiving care.
Ongoing Fire at Marengo Bio-Fuels Plant Slows Investigation
By Tom Robinson
Dec 9, 2022 | 5:37 AM

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