Toledo man describes days-long chemical leak: "Looked like a movie"
Summary
A chemical leak at an industrial tank facility in Toledo, Ohio, forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes and caused health symptoms for many residents. Officials are letting the chemical vent from the tank because it is too dangerous to send crews, and they continue to monitor air quality and advise safety precautions.Key Facts
- The chemical leak began on Tuesday at the MC Tank facility in Toledo.
- People within 1 mile were evacuated, and those within 3 miles were told to stay inside initially.
- On Wednesday, the evacuation zone was reduced to half a mile, and shelter-in-place orders were lifted.
- The leaking chemical is glycidyl methacrylate, used in plastics, paints, and coatings.
- The leak happened due to an error during chemical transfer.
- Symptoms reported by residents include burning eyes, lungs, sinuses, headaches, and nausea.
- The city is letting the chemical vent from a 5,500-gallon tank to avoid explosion risks.
- The Environmental Protection Agency is monitoring air quality during the incident.
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