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Explosive defused at Peoria ethanol plant as nearby evacuations continue
A bomb was found at BioUrja Renewables, an ethanol and alcohol plant in Peoria, Illinois, prompting authorities to evacuate areas within a one-mile radius. The discovery led to evacuations in parts of neighbouring East Peoria as well, and officials said the threat was real.
Bomb technicians defused the device early on Saturday, but police said they were searching the large facility for any others. The city opened Manual Academy as a temporary shelter, while the FBI said it was investigating and would pursue those responsible. The evacuation order remained in place as officials continued their search.
In short
- A bomb at a Peoria ethanol plant was defused.
- Evacuations covered a one-mile radius, including part of East Peoria.
- Investigators are searching the facility for other devices.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Bomb found at Illinois ethanol plant, prompting evacuations”.