KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical is asking the public to avoid the area of east 11th Street and Haskell Avenue on Monday due to smoke from a debris fire.
Around 11:45 a.m. Monday, LDCFM responded to reports of a large column of smoke.
Upon arrival, crews identified a large pile of debris burning, containing cars, tires and plastic pieces, including recyclable appliances and equipment, according to a release from the city of Lawrence.
The fire is expected to burn throughout the afternoon.
The public is asked to avoid the area due to smoke exposure.
There were no injuries reported in the blaze.
