Emergency crews fight fire at Marathon Refinery in Detroit
Posted: 08/25/2011
DETROIT (WXYZ) - A fire erupted at the Marathon Refinery in southwest Detroit located on Fort Street.
Marathon says it is a minor fire, but evacuated the plant as a precaution.
A siren also alerted workers to leave the area.
Emergency crews are working to put the fire out.
The fire was sparked in one of the stacks.
Stay with WXYZ.com for updates on this breaking story.
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