Archive for HazMat
Ten injured after apparent chemical leak in BFN – ofm.co.za
ofm.co.zaTen injured after apparent chemical leak in BFNofm.co.zaBloemfontein - Ten people were injured after an apparent chemical leak at a company on Piet Human Road in Bloemfontein on Sunday afternoon. ER24 spokesperson, Russel Meiring, said paramedics arrived on the scene and found Provincial Services ... Read more [...]
Nova Scotia Supreme Court Orders Clean-up of Contaminated Site – HazMat Management Magazine (subscription)
HazMat Management Magazine (subscription)Nova Scotia Supreme Court Orders Clean-up of Contaminated SiteHazMat Management Magazine (subscription)The Nova Scotia (N.S.) Supreme Court recently confirmed that polluters must clean up a contaminated site in rural community of less than 1000 people that is approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles) south of Halifax. In the decision, the court ruled that a ... Read more [...]
Arlington unveils new tool in hazardous-materials battle – Inside NoVA
Arlington unveils new tool in hazardous-materials battleInside NoVAIt may look like a portable video game straight out of the 1990s, but Arlington fire officials say it gives them a major leg up in confronting hazardous-materials situations. Using federal grant funds, the county government has acquired a Gemini hand ... Read more [...]
Northwest Indiana beaches reopen after US Steel chemical release – WLS-TV
WLS-TVNorthwest Indiana beaches reopen after US Steel chemical releaseWLS-TVAccording to a news release from the EPA, all results from water samples taken the last three days have shown hexavalent chromium below EPA's method detection limit of 1 part per billion. The EPA said it will post preliminary data on its website and ...and more » Read more [...]
Nine fire crews deal with Lowestoft Birds Eye factory chemical leak – East Anglian Daily Times
East Anglian Daily TimesNine fire crews deal with Lowestoft Birds Eye factory chemical leakEast Anglian Daily TimesNine fire crews deal with Lowestoft Birds Eye factory chemical leak. PUBLISHED: 08:27 20 April 2017 | UPDATED: 08:27 20 April 2017. Edmund Crosthwaite. Firefighters were called to a chemical leak in Lowestoft (stock photo) ... Read more [...]
US Nitrogen Plant Released Nitric Acid Vapors; Emergency Officials … – Greeneville Sun
US Nitrogen Plant Released Nitric Acid Vapors; Emergency Officials ...Greeneville SunUPDATE 9:15 p.m.: Greene County Mayor David Crum and Greene County Sheriff Pat Hankins held a news conference at the US Nitrogen plant in Midway to ...and more » Read more [...]
US Nitrogen Plant Released Nitric Acid Vapors; Emergency Officials Respond – Greeneville Sun
US Nitrogen Plant Released Nitric Acid Vapors; Emergency Officials RespondGreeneville Sun"As part of standard operating procedure, US Nitrogen notified 911, the Greeneville/Greene County Office of Emergency Management and the Greeneville Fire Department. The Office of Emergency Management is notifying nearby residents of the release as ...and more » Read more [...]
JSO: Man, woman passed out in car with hazardous materials inside … – WOKV
WOKVJSO: Man, woman passed out in car with hazardous materials inside ...WOKVThe Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible meth lab after a man and a woman were...2 people found unresponsive in suspected mobile meth labWJXT Jacksonvilleall 2 news articles » Read more [...]
Chemical plant reopens after fire – KWCH
KWCHChemical plant reopens after fireKWCHRice County Emergency Management says evacuated residents are back home and surrounding roads will be open Thursday evening following a morning fire to the JACAM Chemicals plant. Rice County Emergency Management Director Greg Klein says ...Building fire at a chemical plant in Rice CountyKNSSFire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical PlantPowder Bulk SolidsUpdated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson Newshays Post -KFDI -KSN-TVall Read more [...]
SEMI-ROLLOVER, POTENTIAL CHEMICAL LEAK – Eastern Washington Statesmen Examiner
Eastern Washington Statesmen ExaminerSEMI-ROLLOVER, POTENTIAL CHEMICAL LEAKEastern Washington Statesmen ExaminerFirst responders are enforcing a 1/4 mile perimeter around the scene of an overturned semi transporting a trailer of pressurized Sulfur Dioxide. The truck rolled off the narrow shoulder of Spanish Prairie Road half an hour ago and is upside down in a ... Read more [...]
Fire crews called to hazardous chemical leak – Daily Echo
Daily EchoFire crews called to hazardous chemical leakDaily EchoCrews from Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Whitchurch, Romsey, Basingstoke and Cosham were called to the scene. The fire service tweeted that the incident involved chemical leaking from a drum. Crew members recieved a call at 10.37am this morning after ...Fire service tackles chemical leak in Sutton ScotneyHampshire Chronicleall 3 news articles » Read more [...]
Fire crews called to hazardous chemical leak (From Daily Echo) – Daily Echo
Daily EchoFire crews called to hazardous chemical leak (From Daily Echo)Daily EchoFIRE crews from across Hampshire have been called to a hazardous chemical leak.Chemical leak at Norton in Sutton Scotney (From Hampshire ...Hampshire Chronicleall 2 news articles » Read more [...]
EPA finds no immediate environmental impact from chemical … – WLS-TV
WLS-TVEPA finds no immediate environmental impact from chemical ...WLS-TVAccording to a news release from the EPA, all results from water samples taken the last three days have shown hexavalent chromium below EPA's method ...and more » Read more [...]
New regs for Wednesday: Pension cuts, trade, hazardous materials – The Hill
The HillNew regs for Wednesday: Pension cuts, trade, hazardous materialsThe HillHazardous materials: The Department of Transportation (DOT) is raising the penalties for companies that knowingly violate hazardous material regulations. The Transportation Department's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) ... Read more [...]
Chemical plant reopens after fire – KWCH – KWCH
KWCHChemical plant reopens after fire - KWCHKWCHJACAM Chemicals in Rice County is back open after last week's fire to one of its buildings.Building fire at a chemical plant in Rice CountyKNSSFire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical PlantPowder Bulk SolidsUpdated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson Newshays Post -KFDI -KSN-TVall 11 news articles » Read more [...]
EPA Finds No Immediate Environmental Impact From Chemical Release; Beaches Reopen in Northwest Indiana – WLS-TV
EPA Finds No Immediate Environmental Impact From Chemical Release; Beaches Reopen in Northwest IndianaWLS-TVAccording to a news release from the EPA, all results from water samples taken the last 3 days have shown hexavalent chromium below EPA's method detection limit of 1 part per billion. The EPA says it will post preliminary data on its website and will ...and more » Read more [...]
Fire Dept. Responds to Hazardous Materials Spill at Tesla Gigafactory – KTVN
Fire Dept. Responds to Hazardous Materials Spill at Tesla GigafactoryKTVNThe Storey County Fire Department is responding to a hazardous materials spill at the Tesla Gigafactory east of Sparks. Officials say the area of the plant where the spill took place earlier today has been evacuated but there is no greater threat to ... Read more [...]
UB building back open following chemical scare – WKBW.com … – WKBW-TV
WGRZ-TVUB building back open following chemical scare - WKBW.com ...WKBW-TVAccording to University at Buffalo Alerts, Furnas Hall has been evacuated due to a possible chemical release in the building.UB's Furnas Hall, evacuated after report of methane gas leak, is reopenedBuffalo NewsFurnas Hall on UB North Campus evacuated | WGRZ.comWGRZ-TVall 8 news articles » Read more [...]
UB building back open following chemical scare – WKBW-TV
WGRZ-TVUB building back open following chemical scareWKBW-TVCopyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Copyright 2015 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or ...UB's Furnas Hall, evacuated after report of methane gas leak, is reopenedBuffalo NewsFurnas Hall on UB North Campus evacuatedWGRZ-TVall 8 news articles » Read more [...]
JACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed … – Hutchinson News
Hutchinson NewsJACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed ...Hutchinson NewsSTERLING – As remains of a building at the JACAM chemical plant continued to smolder in places Friday afternoon, more than 30 hours after fire broke out in ...and more » Read more [...]
JACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed by fire – Hutchinson News
Hutchinson NewsJACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed by fireHutchinson NewsSTERLING – As remains of a building at the JACAM chemical plant continued to smolder in places Friday afternoon, more than 30 hours after fire broke out in the manufacturing plant, company officials said they plan to rebuild. “The fire was limited to a ... Read more [...]
Furnas Hall at UB evacuated due to chemical release – WKBW.com … – WKBW-TV
WGRZ-TVFurnas Hall at UB evacuated due to chemical release - WKBW.com ...WKBW-TVAccording to University at Buffalo Alerts, Furnas Hall has been evacuated due to a possible chemical release in the building.UB's Furnas Hall, evacuated after report of methane gas leak, is ...Buffalo NewsFurnas Hall on UB North Campus evacuated | WGRZ.comWGRZ-TVall 7 news articles » Read more [...]
Furnas Hall at UB evacuated due to chemical release – WKBW-TV
Furnas Hall at UB evacuated due to chemical releaseWKBW-TVAMHERST, N.Y. (WKBW) - According to University at Buffalo Alerts, Furnas Hall has been evacuated due to a possible chemical release in the building. UB Alerts sent out the following tweet. Furnas Hall on #UBuffalo North Campus evacuated due to possible ... Read more [...]
JACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed Thursday by fire – Hutchinson News
Hutchinson NewsJACAM says it will rebuild manufacturing building destroyed Thursday by fireHutchinson NewsSTERLING – As remains of a building at the JACAM chemical plant continued to smolder in places Friday afternoon, more than 30 hours after fire broke out in the manufacturing plant, company officials said they plan to rebuild. “The fire was limited to a ... Read more [...]
Building fire at a chemical plant in Rice County – KNSS
KNSSBuilding fire at a chemical plant in Rice CountyKNSS(KNSS) - Around 9 a.m. Thursday a fire broke out at the Jacam Chemical facility in Rice County between Sterling and Lyons. Rice County Fire Crews arrived at the fire, but had many problems to deal with. Rice County Emergency Director Greg Klein said ...Video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson NewsFire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical PlantPowder Bulk SolidsFire at central Kansas chemical planthays PostKFDI -KSN-TV -KSNT Read more [...]
Neighbors return home after JACAM plant fire in Rice County – KWCH
KWCHNeighbors return home after JACAM plant fire in Rice CountyKWCHRice County Emergency Management says evacuated residents are back home and surrounding roads will be open Thursday evening following a morning fire to the JACAM Chemicals plant. Rice County Emergency Management Director Greg Klein says ...Building fire at a chemical plant in Rice CountyKNSSVideo: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson NewsFire at central Kansas chemical planthays PostPowder Bulk Solids -KFDI -KSN-TVall Read more [...]
EPD: No hazardous materials in "suspicious package" found at Wal … – 14 News WFIE Evansville
EPD: No hazardous materials in "suspicious package" found at Wal ...14 News WFIE EvansvilleWe have just heard reports that Walmart on the west side is closed due to a "suspicious package".and more » Read more [...]
EPD: No hazardous materials in "suspicious package" found at Walmart – 14 News WFIE Evansville
EPD: No hazardous materials in "suspicious package" found at Walmart14 News WFIE EvansvilleOfficials are investigating reports of a "suspicious package" found at the Walmart on the west side in Evansville. It happened on Saturday night. Officials evacuated the Walmart and closed the area. The hazardous devices unit has been called to the ...and more » Read more [...]
New Great Falls company stresses cleanup of hazardous materials – Great Falls Tribune
Great Falls TribuneNew Great Falls company stresses cleanup of hazardous materialsGreat Falls TribuneA Great Falls couple has launched a company that specializes in cleanup and abatement of hazardous materials. “It's the only company in town that's doing abatement work exclusively, which will fill a substantial void in this market,” said Jason ... Read more [...]
Household hazardous materials collection day set in EBR Parish – WAFB.com
Household hazardous materials collection day set in EBR ParishWAFB.comCity-parish recycling manager, Susan Hamilton, says this event is only for the collection of residential household hazardous materials. Materials generated by businesses and other commercial sources, or material from people who live outside of EBR ... Read more [...]
Fertilizer truck ablaze in Ortega; Hazmat team brought in for clean … – First Coast News
First Coast NewsFertilizer truck ablaze in Ortega; Hazmat team brought in for clean ...First Coast NewsA lawn care truck carrying fertilizer caught fire in the Ortega area Thursday afternoon and required a HazMat team response to clean up.and more » Read more [...]
Chemical plant fire in Rice County – KWCH
KWCHChemical plant fire in Rice CountyKWCHRice County Emergency Management says evacuated residents are back home and surrounding roads will be open Thursday evening following a morning fire to the JACAM Chemicals plant. Rice County Emergency Management Director Greg Klein says ...Updated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson NewsFire at central Kansas chemical planthays PostCrews are letting the fire burnKFDIKSN-TV -Great Bend Tribuneall 10 news articles » Read more [...]
UPDATE: EPA monitoring of U.S. Steel chemical leak continues – nwitimes.com
nwitimes.comUPDATE: EPA monitoring of U.S. Steel chemical leak continuesnwitimes.comnext. breaking editor's pick urgent. UPDATE: EPA monitoring of U.S. Steel chemical leak continues. Sarah Reese and Lauren Cross sarah.reese@nwi.com, 219-933-3351; lauren.cross@nwi.com · Sarah Reese. 6 hrs ago. Beaches remain closed because of ...and more » Read more [...]
US coalition denies air strikes in area of alleged chemical leak in Syria – The Star Online
Sputnik InternationalUS coalition denies air strikes in area of alleged chemical leak in SyriaThe Star OnlineU.S. coalition denies air strikes in area of alleged chemical leak in Syria. BEIRUT (Reuters) - The U.S.-led coalition against Islamic State on Thursday denied a Syrian army report it had carried out an air strike that had hit poison gas supplies ...Russia Sends Drones to Deir ez-Zor Where 'Coalition Strike' Caused Chemical LeakSputnik Internationalall 53 news articles » Read more [...]
Indiana residents worry chemical leak could have lasting impact – WLS-TV
WLS-TVIndiana residents worry chemical leak could have lasting impactWLS-TVThere is concern that a chemical leak just yards from Lake Michigan could have a lasting impact in northwest Indiana. (WLS). WLS. By Will Jones. Thursday, April 13, 2017 07:06PM. OGDEN DUNES, Ind. (WLS) --. There is concern that a chemical leak just ...Chemical leak from US Steel plant closes beaches, parks near Lake MichiganRTChemical Leak in Lake Mich TributaryDTN The Progressive Farmer (registration) (blog)Chicago Read more [...]
Neighbors return home after JACAM plant fire in Rice County – KWCH – KWCH
KWCHNeighbors return home after JACAM plant fire in Rice County - KWCHKWCHRice County Emergency Management says evacuated residents are back home and surrounding roads will be open Thursday evening following a morning fire ...Fire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical PlantPowder Bulk SolidsUpdated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson NewsUPDATE: Fire at central Kansas chemical plant - Hays Posthays PostKFDI -KSN-TV -Great Bend Tribuneall 10 news Read more [...]
Fire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical Plant – Powder Bulk Solids
Fire and Explosion Damage Kansas Chemical PlantPowder Bulk SolidsA fire and explosion Thursday caused damages to a chemical manufacturing plant used to produce organophilic clay for oil and gas production in Rice county, Kansas, numerous local news media sources reported. Fire crews and hazmat teams ... The fire has ... Read more [...]
Fertilizer truck ablaze in Ortega; Hazmat team brought in for clean up – First Coast News
First Coast NewsFertilizer truck ablaze in Ortega; Hazmat team brought in for clean upFirst Coast NewsA lawn care truck carrying fertilizer caught fire in the Ortega area Thursday afternoon and required a HazMat team response to clean up. The truck was on San Juan Avenue near Herschel Street and caught fire around 2:17 p.m. San Juan was shut down while ... Read more [...]
Updated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice County – Hutchinson News
Hutchinson NewsUpdated with video: Fire, explosions erupt at JACAM plant in Rice CountyHutchinson NewsFire burns a building at the JACAM Chemical plant south of Lyons, Kansas, Thursday morning, April 13, 2017. ... A couple of homes north of the plant, which is located about halfway between Lyons and Sterling, were voluntarily evacuated due to the smoke ...Fire at central Kansas chemical planthays PostFire destroys building at Jacam Chemicals in Rice CountyKSN-TVChemicals burn at Rice County plantGreat Read more [...]
Fire at central Kansas chemical plant – hays Post
hays PostFire at central Kansas chemical planthays PostRICE COUNTY – Fire crews continue to monitor the fire at the Jacam Chemical Plant north of Sterling. The fire started around 9 a.m. at one of the plants outer buildings, according to Gregg Klein Director of Rice County Emergency Management.Fire destroys building at Jacam Chemicals in Rice CountyKSN-TVChemicals burn at Rice County plantGreat Bend Tribuneall 8 news articles » Read more [...]
