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Jesup Today
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RYAM Facility Fire Contained in Jesup, Georgia
One production line temporarily shut down as a precaution.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 6:39am
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Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) reported that a fire broke out in the digester area of its facility in Jesup, Georgia on Sunday. The company was able to contain the fire, and one production line was temporarily shut down as a precautionary measure.
Why it matters
RYAM's Jesup facility is a key part of the company's pulp and paper operations, so any disruption could impact production and supply. The quick containment of the fire suggests RYAM has effective safety protocols in place to mitigate the impact of such incidents.
The details
According to the report, the fire was contained to the digester area of the Jesup facility, and one production line was temporarily shut down as a precaution. RYAM did not provide details on the cause of the fire or the extent of any damage, but stated that operations are expected to resume shortly.
- The fire broke out on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
The players
Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM)
A global leader in the production of specialty cellulose and high-purity cellulose fibers, with operations in the southeastern United States.
What’s next
RYAM has not provided a timeline for when the temporarily shut down production line will resume operations, but the company has stated that it expects to resume normal operations shortly.
The takeaway
The quick containment of the fire at RYAM's Jesup facility demonstrates the company's strong safety protocols and its ability to minimize disruptions to its operations. This incident highlights the importance of effective risk management and emergency response procedures in the pulp and paper industry.
