Archive for HazMat
One person seriously injured in 'minor' Amgen lab blast in South San Francisco – San Jose Mercury News
One person seriously injured in 'minor' Amgen lab blast in South San FranciscoSan Jose Mercury NewsSOUTH SAN FRANCISCO -- One person was seriously injured and another was hurt Wednesday afternoon in a "minor" explosion at biotech firm Amgen's South San Francisco lab facility, a fire marshal confirmed. One employee suffered burns to ... Clean Harbors ...and more » Read more [...]
Japan chemical plant blast kills five – Yahoo!7 News
SKNVibes.comJapan chemical plant blast kills fiveYahoo!7 NewsA separate police spokesman told AFP the plant, run by Mitsubishi Materials, makes parts for solar panels and automobiles, using polymers made from silicon, hydrogen and chlorine. "An explosion occurred but there is no fire. We received an emergency ...At least five killed in Japan chemical plant explosionSKNVibes.comAt least 5 killed in Japan plant explosion: policeKhaleej TimesAt least 5 killed in Japan plant explosionHimalayan Timesall Read more [...]
At least 5 killed in Japan plant explosion: police – Republica
At least 5 killed in Japan plant explosion: policeRepublicaTOKYO, Jan 9: An explosion at a chemical factory in Japan killed at least five people and injured a dozen more Thursday, police said. The blast happened in the early afternoon at the plant in Yokkaichi, central Japan, when maintenance crews were ...and more » Read more [...]
I-40 Near I-44 Reopens After Chemical Spill
Traffic is moving again on westbound Interstate 40 after a hazmat spill Tuesday afternoon.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Police probe possible drug lab
NEWBURYPORT — Police are investigating what may be an illegal drug lab inside a suburban home at 2 Christopher St., in a neighborhood near Atkinson CoSee it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Transcript of Gov. Tomblin's State of the State Address – WVVA TV
Transcript of Gov. Tomblin's State of the State AddressWVVA TVTherefore, at my request, the legislature passed a bill to encourage Marcellus-to-Manufacturing investments to foster the development of a revitalized high tech chemical industry, with enduring high-paying jobs. I'm pleased to ... cracker is a game ...and more » Read more [...]
US officials comment on Bakken crude flammability
US officials are investigating whether a href=http://www.ogfj.com/unconventional/bakken-shale.html adhocenable=falseBakkena crude oil produced in North Dakota could have a higher flammability than other crude oils, and could be more prone to...See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Officials: Leak contained after tanker overturned in northwest Charlotte
Emergency crews are on the scene of a haz-mat situation after a tanker truck overturned in northwest Charlotte.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration issues safety alert … – Canadian Occupational Safety
Oman Daily ObserverUS Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration issues safety alert ...Canadian Occupational SafetyThe United States Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a safety alert to notify the general public, emergency responders and shippers and carriers that recent derailments and resulting fires indicate that the type of ...Train accidents: Stocks that could loseCNBC.comUnderestimating the safety riskOman Daily Observerall 9 news articles » Read more [...]
Hazardous materials inspections and management plans – Infolink Architecture & Building
Hazardous materials inspections and management plansInfolink Architecture & BuildingThese hazardous materials may include Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM); Synthetic Mineral Fibres (SMF); Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB); Lead Paint; and Ozone Depleting Substances. Safe Environments is a Type A inspection body accredited by ... Read more [...]
Federal Agencies Aim To Prevent The Next Deadly Chemical Plant Explosion – Huffington Post
Federal Agencies Aim To Prevent The Next Deadly Chemical Plant ExplosionHuffington PostWASHINGTON -- Federal agencies on Friday released new proposals meant to address safety concerns at chemical plants across the country, a response to a directive issued by President Barack Obama in the wake of the deadly explosion last year at a ...and more » Read more [...]
Australian Man Plays Hide-And-Seek, Gets Stuck In Washing Machine – Huffington Post
Australian Man Plays Hide-And-Seek, Gets Stuck In Washing MachineHuffington PostA fire broke out in the unfinished Jianye Building at about 7 p.m. on Sunday with around 380 firemen attending the blaze, authorities have yet to say whether there are any casualties. (ChinaFotoPress/Getty Images) ... Emergency personnel respond to the ...and more » Read more [...]
Hazmat crews contain spill in Shunga Creek
A hazardous material spill in the Shunga Creek near S.E. 15th and Adams that was discovered Saturday was contained and posed no threat, authorities said.
(2013) 119 LNG propane cylinders explode after a Russian bus collides with truck
http://dashcamaccidents.altervista.org/gas-truck-explosion-in-russia/ A truck carrying gas cylinders caught fire after colliding with a bus on the Moscow's R...See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Ethanol leak at Phoenix rail yard
Crews finished emptying a tanker car that had been leaking flammable ethanol alcohol in a railroad yard near downtown Phoenix.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Man Tapes Firecrackers To Lips, Lights Them, Because Why Not? – Huffington Post
Man Tapes Firecrackers To Lips, Lights Them, Because Why Not?Huffington PostA fire broke out in the unfinished Jianye Building at about 7 p.m. on Sunday with around 380 firemen attending the blaze, authorities have yet to say whether there are any casualties. (ChinaFotoPress/Getty Images) ... Emergency personnel respond to the ...and more » Read more [...]
Updated: Plume caused by gas leak dissipated – DesMoinesRegister.com (blog)
DesMoinesRegister.com (blog)Updated: Plume caused by gas leak dissipatedDesMoinesRegister.com (blog)The plume of gas that originated from a chemical leak and prompted officials to shut down a portion of Highway 30 has dissipated, authorities said. Highway 30 is also back open to traffic. Crews responded to the Iowa State University Nutrition Wellness ... Read more [...]
Authorities reopen portion of Highway 30 near Ames after gas from chemical … – Daily Journal
DesMoinesRegister.comAuthorities reopen portion of Highway 30 near Ames after gas from chemical ...Daily JournalAMES, Iowa — Authorities have reopened a portion of Highway 30 near Ames after a plume of gas from a chemical leak dissipated. Crews responded to a business at the Iowa State University Research Park shortly before noon Friday after a hydrochloric ...Highway 30 in Ames closed due to gas leakDesMoinesRegister.comall 19 news articles » Read more [...]
Highway 30 in Ames closed due to gas leak – DesMoinesRegister.com
Highway 30 in Ames closed due to gas leakDesMoinesRegister.comThe plume of gas that originated from a chemical leak and prompted officials to shut down a portion of Highway 30 has dissipated, authorities said. Highway 30 is also back open to traffic. Crews responded to the Iowa State University Nutrition Wellness ...and more » Read more [...]
Gaming grants help Bethlehem buy mass-arrest, hazardous materials vehicles – Lehighvalleylive.com
Gaming grants help Bethlehem buy mass-arrest, hazardous materials vehiclesLehighvalleylive.comA mass-arrest vehicle and hazardous materials response vehicle are coming to Bethlehem thanks to gaming grants. The grants were awarded Nov. 1 from the county's Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority. The police department was ... Read more [...]
Tanker accident backs up traffic at Route 152 and I-95 in Joppa, MD
Traffic was backed up on Route 152 near the I-95 northbound exit ramp in Joppa for several hours Friday morning following a collision between a tanker truck and an SUV.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Gas-guzzling petrol addict Brian Taylor arrested again for DRINKING from the fuel pumps
The 45-year-old ended up in court on New Year's Eve for flouting an order banning him from all garage pumpsSee it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
New York Science Lab Blast Injures Students
A teacher's fun demonstration for students on their first day back at school turned into a disaster, leaving two injured.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Concern Over Safety Grows as More Oil Rides the Rails
A drilling surge in oil fields has generated a heavy volume of traffic on North America’s rail networks, prompting concern over accidents.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
UPDATED — Port Angeles fire blamed on extracting THC from marijuana, police … – Peninsula Daily
UPDATED — Port Angeles fire blamed on extracting THC from marijuana, police ...Peninsula DailyClick here to zoom... Firefighters with the Port Angeles Fire Department work to extinguish a blaze that burned through an out building next to a home along North Liberty Street between Front and Georgiana streets Saturday morning. —Photo by Jeremy ...and more » Read more [...]
Tanker explodes on I-69 near Irish Road, leading to one-mile evacuation
UPDATE: The driver of the tanker is being treated for minor injuries at a local hospital.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Warning issued about oil shipped from ND, Mont.
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Following a string of explosive accidents, federal officials say crude oil being shipped by rail from the Northern Plains across the U.S. and Canada may be more flammable than traditional forms of oil.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
'Toxic' Fire Station Closing Could Lead to Increased Response Time
A Philadelphia fire station closed after the EPA detected butane fumes and carbon monoxide.
Willful neglect? – Houston Chronicle
Willful neglect?Houston ChronicleIn the small Central Texas town of West, the healing continues nearly nine months after the April fertilizer-plant explosion that killed 15 people, injured an estimated 300 and cost more than $100 million in property damage, as well as millions more ... Read more [...]
Axiall consultant calculating chemical release – KPLC-TV
Axiall consultant calculating chemical releaseKPLC-TVAxiall consultant calculating chemical release. Posted: Friday, January 3, 2014 8:17 PM EST. Updated: Friday, January 3, 2014 8:19 PM EST. By Theresa Schmidt - bio | email. More Local NewsLocalMore>> · Axiall consultant calculating chemical release. Read more [...]
Highway 30 near Ames reopens after chemical leak – Muscatine Journal
DesMoinesRegister.comHighway 30 near Ames reopens after chemical leakMuscatine JournalAuthorities have reopened a portion of Highway 30 near Ames after a plume of gas from a chemical leak dissipated. Crews responded to a business at the Iowa State University Research Park shortly before noon Friday after a hydrochloric acid and sulfuric ...Highway 30 in Ames closed due to gas leakShreveport Timesall 13 news articles » Read more [...]
Highway 30 Chemical Leak – KGAN TV
KGAN TVHighway 30 Chemical LeakKGAN TVCrews responded to a business at the Iowa State University Research Park shortly before noon Friday after a hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid chemical leak spread over the area. Water was sprayed to diminish the plume. Des Moines television station ...Highway 30 in Ames closed due to gas leakShreveport Timesall 11 news articles » Read more [...]
2013 Year in review… | – Victorville Daily Press
2013 Year in review... |Victorville Daily PressThe plant, and the earlier complaints surrounding it, spurred the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors to pass a moratorium on the development of solar projects. • John McGinty II, a teacher in the ... The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association ...and more » Read more [...]
Asheville, NC Chemical Spill
A chemical spill at the Milkco plant in Asheville forces the closure of several nearby roads near DeSee it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
Suspicious package leads to scare at Salt Lake City radio station
Much ado about nothing? A “suspicious package” call to X96 Radio’s offices Monday morning appears to be have been just that.See it on Scoop.it, via Hazardous Materials Read more [...]
