Friday, April 04, 2008

Hazmat spill in Phoenix Injures 6

Breaking story from AZ Family.com shows that a hazmat crew has been sent to 21st and University because of a chemical spill. Six injured, 3 of which required transport to a hospital.

Responding emergency crews report that the chemical spilled was perchloroethylene, a cleaning solvent. The building was evacuated due to the spill. The main problem reported by affected individuals was trouble breathing and eye irritation.

More to come as news comes from the scene.