A mandatory evacuation has been issued following an explosion at a business in Louisiana on Friday. The incident occurred in Roseland, located in Tangipahoa Parish. A large plume of smoke could be seen following the explosion.

ROSELAND, La., ( NewsNation) — A supply plant has exploded in Louisiana, triggering evacuations for anyone living within one mile of the blast. The evacuations are underway in Roseland, which is located about an hour and a half north of New Orleans. Photos from the scene show flames and massive clouds of dark smoke rising from the business.

Bright orange flames burned through the plant that produces oils and auto fluids, contrasted with the dark smoke that filled the air