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Berniard Law Firm Takes Legal Action for Families Displaced by the Smitty’s Supply Fire

Published on: August 26, 2025 | By Berniard Law Firm

Thick smoke and flames rising from the Smitty’s Supply lubricant plant in Roseland, Tangipahoa Parish, after the August 22, 2025 explosion and fire. When the Smitty’s Supply facility erupted in flames on August 22, 2025, residents within a one-mile radius were ordered to evacuate. Families were forced from their homes, many for several days, unsure of when it would be safe to return. In the aftermath, thick soot, oily residue, and chemical contamination settled on homes, vehicles, and property—leaving long-term damage and raising serious questions about insurance coverage.

The Berniard Law Firm has filed a class action lawsuit against Smitty’s Supply, Inc. seeking justice for affected residents. The petition alleges negligence, gross negligence, nuisance, trespass, and strict liability, arguing that Smitty’s failure to properly store and manage dangerous chemicals directly caused the disaster.

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Community Concerns After the Smitty’s Supply Explosion in Tangipahoa Parish

Published on: August 25, 2025 | By Berniard Law Firm

Thick smoke and flames rising from the Smitty’s Supply lubricant plant in Roseland, Tangipahoa Parish, after the August 22, 2025 explosion and fire. The Smitty’s Supply plant explosion and fire in Roseland, Louisiana on August 22, 2025 has left the Tangipahoa Parish community shaken. Families were forced to evacuate, businesses were disrupted, and questions remain about the long-term impact of the disaster.

While officials report that the fire is largely contained, many residents are still facing uncertainty—about their health, their homes, and their future.

What Residents Experienced