Chemical Leak in Ohio
A burst chemical tank leads to evacuations in Toledo, Ohio. A tank in Toledo, Ohio, began leaking early Wednesday, with nearly 1,000 residents evacuated fearing toxic chemicals or an explosion. The tank contained glycidyl methacrylate, an industrial chemical used in making plastics, paints, and other coatings, which turns to gas when released. The situation was deemed too dangerous to send in first responders. Officials evacuated people within a mile of the site and advised another 50,000 people to stay indoors. The leak was caused by an "error" while transferring the material. Local schools closed and a nearby Jeep assembly plant also closed. Concerns have been raised about the potential effects of the leak on the air and ground.
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Early Wednesday, a tank in Toledo, Ohio, spewed the liquid it was holding. A white plume billowed into the air for hours. Nearly 1,000 residents evacuated, fearing toxic chemicals—or an explosion. Off... [2368 symbols]
