US: Fire at Iraq sulfur plant a hazard
KIRKUK -- US military officials say that a fire at a sulfur plant in northern Iraq set by ISIS militants on Thursday is creating a potential breathing hazard for American forces and other troops at a logistical base south of Mosul.
Two officials said that while the fire was set two days ago in Mishraq, the winds shifted earlier Saturday, sending the smoke south toward Qayara West air field. The base is being used by troops as a staging area for the fight to retake Mosul from ISIS. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.
They said troops at the base are now wearing protective masks because of the breathing concerns.
