Alvin fire: Fire at plastic barrel facility contained

ALVIN, Texas - UPDATE: The fire at the plastic barrel facility in Alvin was brought under control on Monday evening. 

No word on what the cause of the fire was. 

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Authorities are on the scene battling a fire at a plastic barrel facility in Alvin. 

What we know:

Alvin plastic recycling facility fire: Authorities battling fire on CR 281

Officials said the fire is located on CR 281, near Herring Road. 

Additional resources are assisting, including Pearland, Friendswood, Brazoria County, and Santa Fe Fire Departments. 

Authorities said smoke is visible for miles. 

Photo from the scene

No injuries have been reported. 

Drivers are asked to avoid the area while authorities are on the scene.