# Massive Recycling Plant Fire Sparks Air Crisis | El Paso News

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Podcast: [El Paso News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/el-paso-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476707)
Published: 2026-06-30T19:18:33+00:00
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## Resource

A massive fire erupted at a Juárez recycling plant on Monday, June 29, sending thick smoke across the border and triggering hazardous air quality levels near the blaze. Firefighters, aided by Mexican army units and water trucks, contained 60% of the inferno by nightfall, but the cause remains unknown. With smoke visible from El Paso and air quality hitting 400 on the index — dangerously high — officials urged residents to stay indoors, especially near the fire zone. This “megafire” burned through plastic, wood, and cars, turning a routine recycling site into a citywide emergency. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ec5b1cc84f191f09

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