Authorities in Atlanta have issued warnings following a significant fire at a chemical plant, which produced a towering plume of dark smoke visible from several miles away. On Sunday, residents living to the east of the city were either evacuated or advised to shelter in place to protect themselves from potential contaminants released by the blaze. In response to the situation, Interstate 20 was closed in both directions, leading to heavy traffic congestion as vehicles became backed up in the vicinity, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. Emergency services are actively managing the incident as they work to ensure the safety of the community.