BioLab chemical plant in Georgia is on fire Georgia Emergency Management Agency Homeland Security on behalf of Rockdale County EMA has issued a SHELTER IN PLACE order due to a fire at BioLab. Residents in the north half of the county should REMAIN INDOORS, CLOSE/LOCK WINDOWS AND DOORS, TURN OFF AIR CONDITIONERS. Please keep an eye on your local news providers for updates. A fire at BioLab, a chemical plant, on Old Covington Highway in Rockdale County led to several road closures in the area early Sunday morning, according to Rockdale County Sheriff's Office. Emergency services responded and the sheriff's office asked residents to stay indoors and keep windows closed to minimize exposure to any potential hazards. Officials say "safety measures are in place to protect the public." Residents in the immediate area have been evacuated and JP Carr Gym has been set up as an evacuation site. Rockdale County Animal Services is urging residents who evacuate not to leave their pets behind.
