No serious injuries were reported, though a few individuals did go to the hospital for evaluation
Credit: Flagstaff Fire Department
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- A chemical leak at the Nestlé Purina plant in Flagstaff, Ariz., sent several employees to the hospital for evaluation on Tuesday, Sept. 22
- The leak occurred when two chemicals “not normally mixed together” were combined at a chemical distribution center, causing corrosion and about 10 gallons of spilled chemicals, the local fire department said
- Hazmat crews secured the site, and no serious injuries were reported
A chemical leak at a Nestlé Purina manufacturing plant in Arizona sent several employees to the hospital for evaluation on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
In a statement posted to Facebook on Tuesday, the Flagstaff Fire Department confirmed the incident at the plant, which produces dry pet food, at 4700 E. Nestlé Purina Avenue.
Credit: Flagstaff Fire Department
PEOPLE reached out to Nestlé Purina for comment, but did not immediately receive a response.
In its statement, the fire department said that “Multiple engines and a battalion chief responded to the scene and found an active chemical leak occurring.”
Pictures showed crews gearing up in head-to-toe protective clothing before heading into the facility during the daytime.
Flagstaff Fire Department officials added, “It was reported a few individuals were feeling ill and decided to go to the hospital to be evaluated before firefighters made it on scene.”
Credit: Flagstaff Fire Department
A preliminary assessment of the situation determined that a chemical distribution system “mixed 2 chemicals not normally mixed together which caused corrosion in a distribution line.”
Crews worked together and secured the chemical leak.
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“Our hazmat technicians are specially trained individuals who are prepared for incidents like today. At Flagstaff Fire, we strive to make sure we are ready to serve our community, no matter how complex the call may be. Stay Safe Flagstaff!” their statement said.
No serious injuries were reported.
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