This is a photo from the massive inferno at Interco in Madison on Wednesday morning. (Photo by Andrew Douglas) A view of the fire at Interco in Madison on Wednesday morning. (Photo by Brad Piros)MADISON - Multiple units are battling a massive warehouse fire Wednesday morning in Madison, IL. The business is near the World Wide Technology Raceway.

The large blaze started at Interco, a metaltronics recycler, at about 10:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Get The Latest News!

Don't miss our top stories and need-to-know news everyday in your inbox.

A red alert was issued by the Madison, IL., Police Department and asked residents to shelter in place as of 11 a.m.

Interco is a global recycling company and provides computers, metals, and electronics recycling services.

Article continues after sponsor message

Smoke from the enormous fire was seen for miles away. The smoke plume was said to be viewed at least as high as 3,500 feet, FOX 2 weather specialist Chris Higgins reported.

It is not known at this time how the fire started.

Another photo of the warehouse fire in Madison. (Photo by Jeffery Seymore)[ALSO: Alton Fire Department Extinguishes Blazing Car Fire On Ridge]

Dan Brannan also contributed to this story.

More like this:

Mar 11, 2024 - Intense Early Morning Fire Strikes South Pence Street Residence

Mar 13, 2024 - Two Face Arson Charges In Bethalto

Feb 28, 2024 - Historic Turner Hall in Alton Engulfed by Massive Fire

3 days ago - Illinois OSHA Releases Updated Fact Sheet For Fire Departments

Jan 25, 2024 - Coroner Identifies Wood River Female Who Died In Structure Fire