PARKVILLE, Md. — Several fire agencies from around Baltimore County rushed to a hazmat situation that broke out Wednesday morning in the 9600 block of Harford Road.
Officials said an unknown product ignited a fire underground in the storm drains, that caused high volumes of smoke that could be seen for miles.
#pvfc29 Truck 297 & Utility 299 are on the scene of an underground fire in the 9600 block of Harford Rd in #Parkville. Smoke can be seen from miles. Avoid the area. If in the area, stay away from man hole covers. pic.twitter.com/EBJSoaNTAZ
— Providence VFC of Towson, MD (@ProvidenceVFC29) November 24, 2021
Some businesses had to be evacuated. At last check there were no injuries or buildings damaged.
The fire was placed under control in about an hour.
Surrounding streets have since been opened back up to traffic.
