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Flames spark at recycling center in Luzerne County

Fire crews were called to EMR Recycling in Hazle Township shortly after 8 p.m. Sunday.

LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Flames broke out at a recycling center in Luzerne County Sunday night.

Viewer video shows the fire at EMR Recycling along Transportation Drive in Hazle Township. The flames broke out just before 8:30 p.m.

Hazle Township Fire Chief Scott Katichian says the fire started when a battery exploded in a pile of recyclable metals.

Officials say the fire is under control. There is no word on any injuries after that fire in Luzerne County.

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