Ohio explosives plant leak leads to several evacuations: Reports
Share this @internewscast.com


() A chemical leak at a Vinton County, Ohio, explosives manufacturing plant Wednesday led to evacuations in several communities.

According to local affiliate WOWK, police received a call of a reported leak at the Austin Powder Plant. The chemical that leaked was nitric acid.

Residents in the area surrounding the plant were advised to evacuate and urged to leave the area to avoid exposure. EMS officials added that Zaleski, Ohio, officials informed residents to shelter in place as a plume of nitric acid may be heading in that direction.

“Public safety is of the utmost importance,” said State Sen. Shane Wilkin. “I urge those affected to listen to the local sheriff’s office and other emergency personnel on what to do and how to proceed during this emergency,” Wilkin said.

The Federal Aviation Administration has also issued a temporary flight restriction with a 30 nautical mile radius in the area of the leak.

Austin Powder is one of the few plants in the United States that manufacture explosives and employs approximately 250 employees. No one was reported injured from the leak.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

GHSA Announces All-State Baseball Teams

The Georgia State High School Association has unveiled its All-State baseball teams…

Seven Missing and Fireworks Show Called Off Following California Warehouse Blast

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — The City of San Jose has canceled…

Escalating Israeli Attacks on Gaza Coincide with Netanyahu’s Trip to Washington

() On Friday, President Donald Trump told reporters, “We think within the…

Trump Set to Launch Yearlong Celebration for America’s 250th Anniversary with an Event in Iowa

WASHINGTON – During his campaign, President Donald Trump vowed to host an…

Judge Refuses Bail for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Following Prostitution-Related Conviction

Editor’s Note: This article involves discussions of rape or sexual assault that…

Essential Safety Tips for a Secure Fourth of July Weekend

TAMPA, Fla., (WFLA) — Independence Day is Friday, and it is important…

Champaign Resident Sentenced to 18 Years for Severe Criminal Sexual Assault

A 26-year-old man from Champaign, identified as Eugene Joiner, has been sentenced…

Richmond County Sheriff Commends Inmates for Making Positive Choices

AUGUSTA, GA. () – Richmond County Sheriff, Gino Brantley, is praising three…

Warning: Traffic Disruption on Wilbur Dam Road Bridge

CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Starting Monday, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)…

Putin and Trump to Have Sixth Phone Call This Year

MOSCOW – U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are…

Senior Citizens Inc. Seeks Box Fan Donations for Elderly in Need

In Savannah, Ga., Senior Citizens Inc. (SCI) has given out more than…

Parker Kligerman Predicts Chicago NASCAR Race Will Be a High-Intensity Event

Not sure how to find on your TV? Find your channel here. …