Large fire at a Silsbee business is under investigation

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Firefighters have contained a large fire in Silsbee at Clearstream Wastewater Systems located at 2987 Old Evadale Rd near US 96 Wednesday.

The company sells fiberglass septic tanks which caused the black smoke plume according to Hardin County Sheriff Mark Davis.

Firefighters from Woodville, Lumberton, Kountze, Saratoga and Beaumont assisted in fighting the fire.

At least four firefighters suffered from heat exhaustion and were treated at the hospital. Two returned back to the location of the fire.

At least two firefighters will remain throughout the night to watch for any hot spots that may erupt.

The fire is under investigation.

Statement from Clearstream Wastewater Systems:

Clearstream Wastewater System is locally, four generation family-owned businesses. We have been in business in this community for approximately 50 years. We provide sustainable, innovative product solutions for wastewater treatment.

Today at approximately 3 pm our Silsbee Manufacturing facility caught on fire. Our safety procedures and protocols were implemented and no loss of life, serious injury, or any injuries occurred. We immediately contacted the local fire department and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). From our understanding as of the time of this statement, the fire is under control and generally squashed. We would like to thank all of our first responders for their diligent and prompt response. Further, we are in an industrial area and no shelter in place or evacuation orders were given. The investigation for the cause is still ongoing. We are currently working with local authorities to ensure the fire is completely out, with their investigation, and with the TCEQ to ensure the people and environment are safe.

Jim Morris

President