Fire Department Responds to Possible Fire at Waste Management Facility

Summary: Hampton Fire and Rescue, along with Newport News Fire Department, responded to a report of a possible fire or unknown problem at the Waste Management Renewable facility located at 2001 North Park Lane, Hampton, Virginia. Upon arrival, crews investigated the scene, coordinated with maintenance, and determined there was no active fire. The issue was traced to a malfunction with one of the facility's diesel engines. Maintenance was notified and responded to address the equipment problem. No injuries or hazards to the public were identified.