CF Industries Yazoo County Ammonia Leak – Mississippi Chemical Exposure Lawyers
Emergency crews rushed to the CF Industries plant near Yazoo City at around 4:25 p.m. on November 5, 2025, after a major ammonia release triggered a multi-agency response. Initial reports indicate the leak was due to an explosion. Nearby residents and businesses including were told to evacuate as thick chemical plumes spread from the facility. All Yazoo City residents were ordered to shelter in place.
CF Industries operates one of Mississippi’s largest fertilizer facilities just off Highway 49 north of Yazoo City—within a few miles of local homes and farms.
If you or someone you love experienced health issues, property damage, or lost income, you have the right to answers and accountability.
What Happened at the CF Industries Plant
According to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency, an ammonia leak occurred at the CF Industries facility on Highway 49. Multiple emergency crews contained the scene while the Mississippi Highway Patrol directed traffic and local authorities issued evacuation orders.
Ammonia gas is corrosive. Even limited exposure can cause coughing, throat and eye irritation, nausea, and lung damage. The long-term effects can be serious—especially for children, the elderly, and people with asthma or other respiratory conditions.
What Affected Residents Should Do Now
- Seek medical attention immediately if you have coughing, shortness of breath, or chemical burns.
- Document everything: photos of the smoke, medical visits, lost income, or evacuation notices.
- Avoid speaking to company representatives or insurers until you’ve talked with an attorney.
- Contact an experienced lawyer familiar with toxic exposure and industrial-accident claims.
Key questions:
1. When did the leak start and was it detected promptly?
2. Was the size of the leak and the plume consistent with the plant’s risk assessments?
3. Were local residents given sufficient warning and evacuation resources?
4. Are there any prior safety violations or complaints at this facility?
5. What remediation plan is in place and who will bear the cost of cleanup and compensation?
You should watch for
- Official updates from MEMA and CF Industries.
- Community health advisories or alerts from local hospitals or the county health department.
- Any regulatory investigations from state or federal agencies (e.g., EPA, OSHA).
Your Legal Options
You may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical expenses and future care
- Lost wages or business losses
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Property damage or cleanup costs
These claims often involve state and federal safety violations under OSHA and EPA rules. An experienced legal team can investigate company records, maintenance logs, and emergency-response procedures to prove negligence.
Injured by the CF Industries Ammonia Leak?
At Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A., we represent individuals and families hurt by industrial negligence across Mississippi. Our attorneys have handled catastrophic injury, explosion, and chemical-exposure cases statewide.
If you were evacuated or developed symptoms after the Yazoo County CF Industries incident, call us today at 60-948-8005. We’ll review your case, protect your rights, and fight for the compensation you deserve.