Jackson, MI – The City of Jackson continues to respond to the impacts of a large fire at a commercial building that happened Tuesday afternoon on West North Street.

The fire sent massive amounts of ash and debris into the air, which later descended on properties in the northwest area of the City of Jackson.

The U.S. EPA and State of Michigan EGLE had field representatives in the City of Jackson on Wednesday to assess any potential environmental impacts from the fire.

Tests from both agencies confirmed that debris that fell on properties from the fire does not contain any hazardous materials. The EPA says residents may dispose of ash and debris from properties as they see fit.

Field representatives tested debris near the commercial property, and found asbestos. Because of this, that roadway will continue to be closed to traffic and pedestrians until the immediate area around the fire-damaged property is cleaned up.

The investigation into the fire’s origins is being handled by Jackson Police and Fire Services and Michigan State Police

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