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Blaze at Allen Harim Plant in Harbeson

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A fire broke out last night at the Allen Harim poultry facility in Harbeson.

Authorities say a number of fire companies responded to the scene from Milton, Rehoboth, Lewes, Georgetown and Indian River.

WBOC reports the blaze was brought under control around 11 p.m.

Authorities say that the fire began in a packing room on the fourth floor setting ablaze boxes and packing supplies.

One employee was taken to Beebe hospital for minor injuries.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Don Rush is the News Director and Senior Producer of News and Public Affairs at Delmarva Public Media. An award-winning journalist, Don reports major local issues of the day, from sea level rise, to urban development, to the changing demographics of Delmarva.