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Berwick landfill still burning, but fire is under control

Berwick Landfill burning 8/22/20
Posted at 4:23 PM, Aug 23, 2020
and last updated 2020-08-23 17:23:00-04

The fire at the Berwick landfill is still burning today, but it is operational and the fire is contained.

Police say fire fighters from Berwick and surrounding areas are still on scene, making sure it is safe and taking precautions.

Jim Pierce Jr of Cajun Drone Photography on Facebook shared some video he shot last night above the fire:

Berwick landfill fire

The landfill also caught on fire last year. To read our story, click here.