India, Aug. 8 -- An explosion in downtown Noblesville has prompted emergency officials to issue a shelter-in-place order for residents in the surrounding area. According to the Noblesville Fire Department, the blast occurred at 835 Wayne Street, and crews are currently on the scene assessing the situation and ensuring public safety. The shelter-in-place order is in effect as of 2:25 p.m. on Thursday.

According to WTHR, fire department officials believe a chemical explosion occurred at 835 Wayne Street and have declared a "hazmat emergency." In a Facebook post, the Noblesville Fire Department wrote, "Hamilton County Alert Update: Public Safety Authorities remain on the scene of a hazmat emergency in Noblesville. If you are in the immediat...