Damage, questions linger a year after Smitty’s Supply disaster as company plans comeback

By: Wesley Muller

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: August 27, 2026

Words: 1,624

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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ROSELAND — A year after the Smitty’s Supply explosion dispersed millions of gallons of oil and chemicals in Tangipahoa Parish, environmental officials are still investigating the disaster as the company continues cleanup efforts and seeks permission to rebuild and restart its operations.

The facility caught fire and exploded Aug. 22, 2025. The fire burned for nearly two weeks, causing aerosolized oil and soot to rain down on neighbors, animals and property for …

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