Fertilizer Plant in Bartlett destroyed in fire

The American Plant Food Corporation fertilizer facility — located at 9901 State Highway 95 in Bartlett — caught fire because of a chemical spill Sunday, August 20, at 9:38 p.m. 

 

As of the morning of August 21, Mayor Chad Mees said there have been no reports of injuries or loss of life in the fire. However, the structure is a total loss. 

 

The fire was extinguished overnight Sund…