Updated November 12 at 4:39 PM
The shelter-in-place order for the 1800 block of Payne Street is being lifted, but the evacuation order for the two surrounding blocks is still in effect, according to Louisville Metro Emergency Management Services.
LENSAlert update: The shelter in place for the incident in 1800 blk of Payne St is being lifted; the evacuation order for the two surrounding blocks is still in effect
— Louisville Metro Emergency Services (@LouMetroES) November 12, 2024
Updated November 12 at 4:36 PM
One person trapped under the rubble of a collapsed building has been rescued and at least eight people have been taken to the hospital, according to the Louisville Fire Department.
Crews continue to monitor the skies and so far nothing has turned up. An evacuation and shelter-in-place order has been issued as a precaution. According to the fire chief, this is an ongoing situation.
Original story:
The Louisville Metro Emergency Services announced that a shelter-in-place order has been issued near Payne Street in Louisville due to a “hazardous materials incident.”
A notice said the order has been issued for those within a mile of the 1900 block of Payne Street.
LENSAlert: urgent message! A hazardous materials incident has occurred at 1901 Payne St. A shelter-in-place order has been issued for those within a mile radius.
— Louisville Metro Emergency Services (@LouMetroES) November 12, 2024
This is a developing story and LEX 18 will have more information as it becomes available.