AFFTON, MO (KMOX) -- A large fire has engulfed a chemical plant in Affton, Missouri.
On Thrusday afternoon, a large fire broke out at Manor Chemicals near Tower Tee in Affton, according to reports from St. Louis County Police.
Heavy black smoke can be seen for miles from the location of the fire.
According to reports, many residents around the area are being urged to leave their homes.