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environment1 year ago

Federal Report Links Moisture to Toxic Cloud in Atlanta Chemical Fire

A report by the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board reveals that fires at a BioLab facility near Atlanta, which produced a toxic chemical cloud, were caused by reactive chemicals being exposed to moisture. The incident, which occurred on September 29, led to significant smoke and evacuations, with Interstate 20 being shut down temporarily. BioLab, a subsidiary of KIK Consumer Products, is cooperating with ongoing investigations and has faced multiple lawsuits. The fires resulted in a chlorine-smelling haze affecting parts of Atlanta.

via Newsmax|
#atlanta#biolab#chemical-fire
environment1 year ago

Federal Investigation Unveils New Insights on Georgia BioLab Fire

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has released new details on the September BioLab fire in Conyers, which led to the evacuation of 17,000 people due to toxic smoke. The fire, which started after a chemical reaction involving oxidizers, resulted in significant environmental and public safety concerns. The CSB is investigating the cause and handling of the materials involved, while BioLab faces multiple lawsuits and criticism for its communication with local officials. The incident highlights the risks associated with reactive chemicals and the need for stringent safety measures.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#biolab#chemical-fire#environment
environment1 year ago

Federal Probe Unveils New Details in BioLab Fire

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has released new details on the September BioLab fire in Conyers, which led to evacuations and hospitalizations due to toxic smoke. The fire, caused by chemical reactions involving oxidizers, resulted in significant environmental and public safety concerns. The CSB is investigating the incident, focusing on the storage and handling of reactive chemicals. BioLab has faced previous incidents and is now facing lawsuits, including a federal one from Rockdale County. Cleanup and monitoring efforts continue as the long-term impacts remain uncertain.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#biolab#chemical-fire#environment
disasters2 years ago

Kentucky town residents allowed back home as derailment fire is put out

A chemical fire caused by a train derailment in Livingston, Kentucky, has been extinguished, allowing residents to return home. The CSX train derailed on Wednesday, with two of the cars carrying molten sulfur catching fire. Although the potentially harmful gas sulfur dioxide was released, air monitoring data deemed it safe for residents to return. The cleanup process is underway, and CSX has promised to cover the costs of those affected, including providing Thanksgiving dinner. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency in the county and expressed gratitude to the first responders.

via WDRB|
#chemical-fire#csx#disasters
disasters2 years ago

Kentucky Town Evacuated and Residents Return Home After Train Derailment Fire and Chemical Spill

A chemical fire caused by a train derailment in Livingston, Kentucky, has been extinguished, allowing residents to return home. The CSX train derailed near the remote town, prompting evacuations. Two of the derailed cars carried molten sulfur, which caught fire. Although the potentially harmful gas sulfur dioxide was released, air monitoring data deemed it safe for residents to return. Cleanup efforts are underway, and CSX has promised to cover the costs of those affected, including Thanksgiving dinner.

via NPR|
#chemical-fire#csx#disasters
disasters2 years ago

Shelter-in-place lifted after Houston chemical fire

A chemical fire broke out in a plating and chroming facility warehouse in the Gulfton-Bellaire area of Houston, causing officials to issue a precautionary shelter-in-place. The alert was lifted after air readings were found to be within normal limits. No injuries were reported, and investigators believe the incident was accidental. The Houston Fire Department is conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the fire.

via KTRK-TV|
#bellaire#chemical-fire#disasters
local-news2 years ago

Houston Issues Shelter-in-Place After Chemical Fire at Metal Plating Facility

The city of Houston issued a precautionary shelter in place order for residents within a 1.5 mile radius of a three-alarm chemical fire at a metal plating facility in southwest Houston. The Houston Fire Department has been working on the fire since at least 4 a.m. No injuries were reported, and the specific chemicals involved have not been disclosed. People are encouraged to close their doors, windows, and turn off their air conditioning to limit exposure.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#chemical-fire#houston#local-news