chemical spills

In this photo provided by the Ohio National Guard, ONG 52nd Civil Support Team members prepare to enter an incident area to assess remaining hazards in East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb. 7.

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Risks for chemical spills are high, but here's how to protect yourself

7:01am February 18, 2023

by Jaclyn Diaz

The Ohio derailment is a reminder of what can happen for millions of Americans who live near railways. There are things people can do to better protect themselves from the hazards of chemical spills.

An accident involving a commercial tanker truck caused a hazardous material to leak onto Interstate 10 outside Tucson, Ariz., on Tuesday, prompting state troopers to shut down traffic on the freeway.

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A hazardous spill in Arizona closes down an interstate and forces an evacuation

3:07pm February 15, 2023

by The Associated Press

A portion of the main freeway that links the state's two largest cities remains closed outside Tucson a day after a deadly crash caused a hazardous material leak and forced evacuations nearby.

Charleston Mayor: Company Behind Chemical Leak Run By 'Renegades'

7:08pm January 14, 2014

by Eyder Peralta

Mayor Danny Jones says he's not "even sure they cared what happened to the public." Jones adds the West Virginia capital is considering taking legal action.

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