Hazardous fire breaks out in Metro East, residents advised to shelter in place

Officials are responding to a hazardous chemical fire in the Metro East area, specifically affecting Sauget, Cahokia Heights, and East St. Louis. The fire occurred on Missouri Avenue between S. 50th and S. 19th Streets in Sauget. Consequently, a shelter-in-place order has been issued for the highlighted region. Additionally, all schools within the East St. Louis School District #189 are closed Wednesday morning as emergency personnel manage the situation and ensure public safety.