Bomb discovered at Peoria ethanol plant forces citywide evacuations
A bomb was found at an ethanol plant in Peoria, Illinois, prompting officials to evacuate downtown and East Peoria neighborhoods as authorities investigate.
POLICY WIRE — Peoria, Illinois — A suspicious package containing an explosive device was uncovered at a local ethanol processing facility, triggering an immediate evacuation order.
City officials directed residents and workers in downtown Peoria and the East Peoria district to leave the area while law enforcement secured the perimeter.
The mayor confirmed that a bomb had indeed been discovered at the plant and said no injuries have been reported so far.
Authorities continue to assess the situation and determine the impact on the plant’s operations, while urging the public to stay clear of the affected zones.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
