A dramatic blaze erupted in central Arkansas, prompting an immediate and coordinated response from local emergency services.
An explosion and fire at Arkansas Valley Scrap Metal on Highway 64 east of Morrilton sparked a multi‑agency response, with fire crews using tanker shuttles, EMS support in extreme heat, and a temporary highway closure, while no injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation.
Explosion and fire at scrap metal facility
The explosion and fire broke out at Arkansas Valley Scrap Metal on Highway 64 east of Morrilton on Wednesday afternoon. Fire crews from multiple nearby departments responded, employing tanker shuttles to bring water to the scene. The Conway County Fire Department reported the incident.
Med-Tech EMS arrived to provide medical support despite near‑100‑degree heat. The hot conditions added challenges to the firefighting effort. No injuries were reported.
Highway 64 was temporarily closed to allow responders to work safely. Traffic was rerouted while crews fought the blaze. The road reopened after the fire was under control.
Firefighters managed to contain the fire within about two hours. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. Further details have not yet been released.
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