Explosion at Tradebe Facility in Bridgeport under Investigation After Major Blaze

BRIDGEPORT, CT – An investigation is ongoing into the explosion at the Tradebe facility in Bridgeport, which occurred on Friday afternoon. Local and state officials are working with multiple agencies to determine the chemicals involved and the cause of the explosion. After the incident, residents were advised to either evacuate or shelter in place and … Read more

Bridgeport Tradebe Facility Fire Investigation Pointing Towards Accidental Cause, Fishing Still Prohibited

BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut – An investigation into a three-alarm fire and explosions at the Tradebe Facility in Bridgeport is expected to take weeks, officials said. The incident, which occurred last week, does not appear to be a criminal act. Fishing remains prohibited in the area as water testing continues. The initial calls reported the incident to … Read more

Mayor Expresses Concerns Over Air and Water Quality After Environmental Facility Explosion in Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Mayor Joe Ganim expressed concerns about the air and water quality near the site of an explosion that occurred at an environmental services facility on Friday. City officials, including Ganim, held a press conference on Sunday outside the Tradebe Environmental Services site on Cross Street, where the explosion took place. Ganim emphasized … Read more

Update: Explosion and Fire at Bridgeport Company Injures 3 People

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – Three people were injured in an explosion and fire at a company in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Officials are set to give an update on the situation. The incident occurred at a company in Bridgeport, injuring three individuals. The cause of the explosion and fire has not been disclosed, and it is unclear the … Read more