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Hazmat Team

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accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

Tragic Death Caused by Explosions in Detroit Suburb

A 19-year-old died after being hit by a flying object from fiery explosions at a vape distributor in Clinton Township, Detroit. The explosions and fire at Select Distributors caused debris and gas canisters to rain down, with residents up to 10 miles away reporting loud bangs. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it's believed that canisters may have been responsible. The hazmat team concluded the air quality was safe, and power outages in the area were being addressed.

safety2 years ago

"Seville Chemical Leak Prompts Medina County Shelter-in-Place Order"

A chemical leak in Seville, Medina County, has prompted a shelter-in-place order for businesses within a quarter mile of Ryan Road after a Hydrochloric Acid line at Bleachtech broke, releasing acid into a containment area outside the building. The Seville Fire Department and the Medina County hazmat team are investigating, and Ryan Road will remain closed until the incident is resolved.

crime2 years ago

Playground Vandalism Injures Two Children with Acid Pouring

Two children suffered burn-like injuries after acid was poured onto three slides at a playground in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. The chemical was identified as muriatic acid, which was taken from the basement of the park's pool building after the perpetrators broke in. The playground was fenced off and a hazmat team assessed the scene. The perpetrators are suspected to have suffered acid burns to their hands or arms.