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Chatham-Kent Police: Greenfield Global Ethanol Plant Fire Still Burning

By Drooid · Sep 16, 2026, 2:03 PM UTC · How we work

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Chatham-Kent police say the fire at Greenfield Global’s ethanol plant continues to burn.
The blaze was first reported around 12:30 a.m. on September 16, 2026.
Police confirmed the fire is contained and poses no imminent danger to residents.
Authorities closed Bloomfield Road between Richmond Street and Riverview Drive.
Officials say the cause is unclear and expect more information later.

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Chatham-Kent police say the fire at Greenfield Global’s ethanol plant continues to burn.
The blaze was first reported around 12:30 a.m. on September 16, 2026.
Police confirmed the fire is contained and poses no imminent danger to residents.
Authorities closed Bloomfield Road between Richmond Street and Riverview Drive.
Officials say the cause is unclear and expect more information later.