Archive for HazMat
Williston insecticide release sickens 20 – BurlingtonFreePress.com
BurlingtonFreePress.comWilliston insecticide release sickens 20BurlingtonFreePress.comWilliston Fire Chief Ken Morton said emergency responders were called to the site on Avenue C around noon for the report of a "chemical release." "We have since done some investigating of the building and discovered that there is a container, which is ...and more » Read more [...]
22 monitored after fluid leak at DuPont facility – Richmond.com
Richmond.com22 monitored after fluid leak at DuPont facilityRichmond.comChesterfield firefighters responded to chemical leak at DuPont facility off Jefferson Davis Highway on Monday, April 27, 2015. ........................ ADVERTISEMENT ...................... Posted: Monday, April 27, 2015 7:40 pm. 22 monitored after ...Employees evacuated, chemical spill contained after leak at DuPont Zytel plantWRIC2 firefighters, 20 others taken to hospital in Chesterfield DuPont leakWWBT NBC12 NewsChemical leaks Read more [...]
Minor injuries, no chemical leak in tractor-truck crash – Journal Times
Journal TimesMinor injuries, no chemical leak in tractor-truck crashJournal TimesJoseph King, the driver of the truck, talks on his cellphone Monday afternoon after his truck tipped over during an accident involving the box truck and tractor pulling tanks of ammonia near the intersection of Borgardt Road and Highway C.and more » Read more [...]
Littleton Fire conducting hazardous materials drill at high school – Lowell Sun
Littleton Fire conducting hazardous materials drill at high schoolLowell Sun"The drill will simulate an incident that can occur at any large venue in Littleton or any surrounding town," according to a notification sent to parents from high school Principal John Harrington and Assistant Principal Cheryl Temple. The drill will ... Read more [...]
UPDATED: Roads to remain closed in Lower Providence into the evening – The Mercury
UPDATED: Roads to remain closed in Lower Providence into the eveningThe MercuryLower Providence police, firefighters and emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly before 6 a.m. and the Montgomery County Hazardous Materials Response Team was called in due to the leakage of a white powder from drums inside the trailer ...and more » Read more [...]
2 firefighters, 20 others taken to hospital in Chesterfield DuPont leak – WWBT NBC12 News
Richmond.com2 firefighters, 20 others taken to hospital in Chesterfield DuPont leakWWBT NBC12 NewsA total of 22 people, including two firefighters, have been taken to the hospital following a chemical leak at DuPont's Zytel plant, according to Chesterfield Fire officials. DuPont officials say crews have contained the leak to the plant, which was ...5 DuPont employees taken to hospital for evaluation after chemical leakRichmond.comall 5 news articles » Read more [...]
Employees evacuated, chemical spill contained after leak at DuPont Zytel plant – WRIC
WRICEmployees evacuated, chemical spill contained after leak at DuPont Zytel plantWRICCHESTERFIELD, Va. (WRIC) — Fire crews and authorities responded to a chemical leak at the Richmond Zytel Plant Monday. More than 100 employees were evacuated and at least five were transported to the hospital. Around 10:45 Monday morning, both ...5 DuPont employees taken to hospital for evaluation after chemical leakRichmond.comall 5 news articles » Read more [...]
Train cars blown off Huey P. Long Bridge did not contain hazardous materials … – NOLA.com
NOLA.comTrain cars blown off Huey P. Long Bridge did not contain hazardous materials ...NOLA.comA spark from a shorting out power line illuminates firemen surveying the damage after several freight cars lay crumpled on the ground after being blown off the Huey P. Long Bridge trestle in Elmwood as heavy weather hits the New Orleans area amid ...Incredible Video Captures Train Being Blown Off Bridge During Storm in New ...KTLAVideo captures train being blown off elevated bridge during storm in New Read more [...]
5 DuPont employees taken to hospital for evaluation after chemical leak – Richmond.com
5 DuPont employees taken to hospital for evaluation after chemical leakRichmond.comFive employees of a DuPont facility off Jefferson Davis Highway were taken to a local hospital for evaluation after apparently being exposed to vapor from a leak of liquid heating fluid, authorities said. Richmond and Chesterfield fire crews were ...and more » Read more [...]
La. Appellate Court Affirms Judgment for Plaintiffs in Chemical Release Case – HarrisMartin Publishing
La. Appellate Court Affirms Judgment for Plaintiffs in Chemical Release CaseHarrisMartin PublishingGRETNA, La. –– A Louisiana appellate court has affirmed a finding of liability and awards of damages to plaintiffs who brought claims against Evans Harvey Corp. for injuries they allegedly sustained as a result of a chemical release. In the April 15 ... Read more [...]
Hazmat Cleanup; Rubik's Cube World Record VIDEO; New Boat House in … – iradiophilly.com
Hazmat Cleanup; Rubik's Cube World Record VIDEO; New Boat House in ...iradiophilly.comHazmat crews are on the scene of a collision between a tractor trailer and a tanker truck in Lower Providence Township. The tractor trailer was carrying printing ink and supplies while the tanker was carrying sewage waste. The contents of both vehicles ...and more » Read more [...]
People flock to event to dispose of hazardous materials – Bowling Green Daily News
Bowling Green Daily NewsPeople flock to event to dispose of hazardous materialsBowling Green Daily NewsTheresa Ford, a Western Kentucky University student from Louisville, helps load old paint onto a plastic-lined trailer Saturday during the Household Hazardous Waste Day for Warren County residents at Greenwood High School. People brought paint ... Read more [...]
Stunning rise in hospitalizations from synthetic marijuana: Report – Nature World Report
Stunning rise in hospitalizations from synthetic marijuana: ReportNature World ReportSold under many names, including K2, fake weed, Yucatan Fire, Skunk, Moon Rocks, and others — and labeled "not for human consumption" — these products contain dried, shredded plant material and chemical additives that are responsible for their ...and more » Read more [...]
Fire hydrant testing planned in Aurora – Chicago Tribune
Fire hydrant testing planned in AuroraChicago TribuneAppointments can be made to pick up a free bottle at Central Station, 75 N. Broadway Ave., 630-256-4000; Station 3, 600 W. Indian Trail Road, 630-256-4030; Station 5, 730 Hill Ave., 630-256-5050; and City of Aurora Water Treatment Plant, 1110 Aurora ... Read more [...]
First responders practice disaster search and rescue skills – SunHerald.com
SunHerald.comFirst responders practice disaster search and rescue skillsSunHerald.comTeams were tasked with searching for victims in fictional homes, businesses and a chemical plant. PAT SULLIVAN ... There are 110 people on STAR Team 3 and Wiggins Fire Chief Jody Hatten leads the team of first responders that encompasses the area of ... Read more [...]
Looking back: April 24, 2015 – Shelbyville Sentinel News
Looking back: April 24, 2015Shelbyville Sentinel NewsFirefighters and chemical company workers contained a small chlorine gas leak at the old Louise's Fat Free Potato Chips factory on Isaac Shelby Drive.... Dr. Angelito Samson, a ... Marsha Puckett James, general manager of Landmark Web Press in ... Read more [...]
K2 overdoses on the rise in New London – theday.com
K2 overdoses on the rise in New Londontheday.comNew London — Emergency medical service providers report a recent spike in the number of overdoses caused by so-called synthetic marijuana, marketed as K2 and Spice among other names. While occasional increases in the ... The New London Fire Department ... Read more [...]
Agency Investigating Chemical Release at Pittsburg Dow Chemical Plant – KQED
abc7news.comAgency Investigating Chemical Release at Pittsburg Dow Chemical PlantKQEDAgency Investigating Chemical Release at Pittsburg Dow Chemical Plant. Dow Chemical's Pittsburg plant occupies a waterfront site just west of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. (Google Maps). By Ted Goldberg Mar 27, 2015. Share. Share on Facebook ...Health advisory lifted after Dow Chemical release in Pittsburgabc7news.comPittsburg: Dow Chemical release early Friday prompts health alertContra Costa TimesDow cleans Read more [...]
Fire departments bill trucker for hazmat cleanup – The Spokesman Review
Fire departments bill trucker for hazmat cleanupThe Spokesman ReviewApril 24, 2015 in City. Fire departments bill trucker for hazmat cleanup. By Nina Culver The Spokesman-Review. Print; Email. Close [X]. Sorry, but you need to be logged in to share stories via e-mail. This helps us prevent abuse of our e-mail system. Read more [...]
Chemical Odor Prompts Sickness, Evacuations in Montgomery County – NBC 10 Philadelphia
NBC 10 PhiladelphiaChemical Odor Prompts Sickness, Evacuations in Montgomery CountyNBC 10 PhiladelphiaA chemical leak forced 50 families in Trooper, Montgomery County to leave their homes when chlorine coming from a local business got into the air. (Published Thursday, Apr 23, 2015). Updated 13 minutes ago. A strong chemical odor prompted evacuations ...and more » Read more [...]
County wants plant owner to cover blast costs – Ventura County Star
Ventura County StarCounty wants plant owner to cover blast costsVentura County StarVentura County officials said they will file a claim seeking reimbursement for the public costs of responding to a chemical explosion at a waste water plant near Santa Paula from the private owner. County Assistant Executive Officer Matt Carroll said ... Read more [...]
Awaiting the arrival of proposed revisions to OSHA PSM and EPA's RMP rules … – Lexology (registration)
Awaiting the arrival of proposed revisions to OSHA PSM and EPA's RMP rules ...Lexology (registration)[4] The 1983 proposal focused on unique drilling/servicing concerns (rig siting, emergency escape, safe handling of drilling fluids, respiratory protection for hydrogen sulfide, confined space as in cellars or pits, etc.) and did not contain PSM type ... Read more [...]
Gamma rays could improve screening for nuclear, other hazardous materials – Fox News
Gamma rays could improve screening for nuclear, other hazardous materialsFox NewsIt is the stuff of scientists' nightmares and science fiction writers' plot points: a nuclear weapon is slipped into the U.S. on a cargo ship and detonates, destroying an American seaport and killing a million people. ADVERTISEMENT. Indeed, in the ... Read more [...]
Hazmat training prepares first responders in case of hazardous materials spill – KLEW
KLEWHazmat training prepares first responders in case of hazardous materials spillKLEWLEWISTON, ID - Lewiston police and fire are teaming up with the U.S. Army to prepare for a hazardous materials spill. The agencies aren't training with actual hazmat material, but they are learning how to be ready in case of a toxic threat. The ... Read more [...]
Company Update (NASDAQ:SWKS): Skyworks Solutions Inc Reduces … – Smarter Analyst
Smarter AnalystCompany Update (NASDAQ:SWKS): Skyworks Solutions Inc Reduces ...Smarter AnalystIn 2014, Skyworks continued its trend of manufacturing products with fewer natural resources, reducing hazardous materials and increasing energy efficiency. The statistics have been formally released with our 2014 Sustainability report. Skyworks also ...Skyworks reduces year-on-year energy usage by 15% despite record productionSemiconductor Todayall 12 news articles » Read more [...]
Chemical leak at Tinker Air Force Base – kfor.com
kfor.comChemical leak at Tinker Air Force Basekfor.comMIDWEST CITY — The Tinker Air Force Base gate has been closed due to a reported chemical leak Wednesday. There was a small leak of a chemical inside a tractor-trailer at the Truck Gate at 12:19 p.m., according to a press release from Tinker AFB. Read more [...]
Man hospitalized after fall into acid tank at Mosaic plant in Riverview – Tampabay.com
Man hospitalized after fall into acid tank at Mosaic plant in RiverviewTampabay.comThe accident happened about 3:30 a.m. at the Mosaic Company plant near U.S. Highway 41 and Riverview Drive. The man, whose name was not released, was preparing a 12-foot tank full of phosphoric acid for maintenance, said Mosaic spokesman Richard ...and more » Read more [...]
5 more spice cases treated at hospital – Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat
5 more spice cases treated at hospitalPhiladelphia Neshoba DemocratSince April 2, 2015, there have been 317 reports of spice-related emergency room visits from Mississippi hospitals in the following counties: Adams, Amite, Clay, Coahoma, Copiah, Covington, Forrest, Greene, Hancock, Harrison, Hinds, Jackson, Jefferson, ...and more » Read more [...]
April 22, 2015 in SA Investing // Anchor Capital: Essential market review, 22 … – BizNews
BizNewsApril 22, 2015 in SA Investing // Anchor Capital: Essential market review, 22 ...BizNewsMeanwhile, the Iran President, Hassan Rouhan, asked for an immediate cease fire of Saudi Arabian-led airstrikes on Yemen, as a new round of attacks hit the Yemeni capital of Sana yesterday. .... project management company announced that it has been ... Read more [...]
Smokestack "burp" caused hazardous chemical release at DuPont plant – SunHerald.com
Smokestack "burp" caused hazardous chemical release at DuPont plantSunHerald.comDELISLE -- Authorities responded to a hazardous chemical released into the air Tuesday morning at the DuPont chemical plant. Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy said DuPont officials notified his office that about 1,000 pounds of ... Read more [...]
Chemical accidentally released into air at DuPont plant – SunHerald.com
Chemical accidentally released into air at DuPont plantSunHerald.comDELISLE -- Authorities responded to an accidental chemical release this morning at the DuPont chemical plant. Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy said DuPont officials notified his office that about 1,000 pounds of titanium ... Read more [...]
No hazardous materials found at Fresno IRS Center – Fresno Bee
No hazardous materials found at Fresno IRS CenterFresno BeeThe Fresno Fire Department is at the Fresno IRS Center in the 5000 block of East Butler Avenue Tuesday morning where a hazardous materials incident is being investigated. There is a report of a sulfur smell emanating from an envelope. Five people were ...and more » Read more [...]
Fresno Fire Department investigates hazmat incident at IRS office – Fresno Bee
Fresno Fire Department investigates hazmat incident at IRS officeFresno BeeThe Fresno Fire Department is at the Fresno IRS Center in the 5000 block of East Butler Avenue Tuesday morning where a hazardous materials incident is being investigated. There is a report of a sulfur smell emanating from an envelope. Five people were ...and more » Read more [...]
County authorizes more clean up at site of explosion – Ventura County Star
Ventura County StarCounty authorizes more clean up at site of explosionVentura County StarVentura County officials said this week that they've issued an emergency use authorization to do more clean up at a site near Santa Paula where a truck exploded in November. About 1,000 gallons of liquid organic peroxide spilled and burned after the ... Read more [...]
Chemical Hazards in Your Backyard – Truth-Out
Chemical Hazards in Your BackyardTruth-OutAs the second anniversary of the West, Texas fertilizer plant explosion nears, this report asks the question that haunted the community in the aftermath of the tragedy: why didn't the people who arrived to help fight the fire know that extremely ...and more » Read more [...]
The Greening of the World's Ports – TakePart
TakePartThe Greening of the World's PortsTakePartThe Port Metro Vancouver is the fourth-largest port in North America and seems like a good neighbor, despite recent accidents such as a chemical fire on the container docks and an oil spill from an anchored ship. Along with other North American .... In ...and more » Read more [...]
20 families evacuated after truck carrying hazardous materials gets stuck – FOX6 WBRC – MyFoxAL.com
FOX6 WBRC - MyFoxAL.com20 families evacuated after truck carrying hazardous materials gets stuckFOX6 WBRC - MyFoxAL.comSource: Clare Huddleston/WBRC. Police have blocked off this area while crews move a truck carrying hazardous materials that got stuck. Source: FOX6 Traffic. These lights are from the truck that is stuck. Source: WBRC video. BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) -.and more » Read more [...]
Hudson Valley lawmaker activities – Poughkeepsie Journal
Hudson Valley lawmaker activitiesPoughkeepsie JournalActivities: At Poughkeepsie office, met with constituents to hear their concerns about high taxes in Arlington and Fairview fire districts, and with local teachers and NYSUT representative to discuss education issues in recently passed budget ... Read more [...]
Tons of hazardous materials move through Colorado – mostly unnoticed – Colorado Springs Gazette
Tons of hazardous materials move through Colorado - mostly unnoticedColorado Springs GazetteData and interviews with emergency management officials show hazardous materials are constantly passing through the Pikes Peak region. First responders and specially trained teams don't know on a given day what's headed our way. But incidents ... Read more [...]
Semitrailer ruptures while carrying hazardous materials – Green Bay Press Gazette
Green Bay Press GazetteSemitrailer ruptures while carrying hazardous materialsGreen Bay Press GazetteGreen Bay public safety officials said a semitrailer carrying 35,000 pounds of hazardous materials broke in two Friday evening in an industrial area of the city. Green Bay Fire Department Battalion Chief Steve Sellin said firefighters responded to ... Read more [...]
