The massive fire at a Grand Prairie plastics manufacturer has led to a handful of power outages as well as health warnings.
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ONCOR has had to shut off power to around 30 customers as firefighters continue battling the fire at the Poly America plant in Grand Prairie.
Grant Cruise with ONCOR says there is currently no timetable as to when power to those customers can be restored.
Officials with the Grand Prairie Fire Department are urging people nearby to stay inside with their windows closed and "stay out of it as much as possible."
Dr. Glenn Hardesty with Texas Health Plano suggests people in the area stay indoors today, especially those with respiratory conditions like asthma.
"The winds are light but they do seems to be carrying the plume in more of a southwest direction and will affect Arlington, southwest Fort Worth, and Mansfield" said Dr. Hardesty.
Dr. Hardesty says the biggest health concern is smoke inhalation.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says state officials are monitoring the fire and working closely with local officials and first responders to address any safety concerns.