HazMat Crews Working to Neutralize Muriatic Acid Spill
3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr
Published · Updated
Summary
- Lexington firefighters responded to a HazMat incident Friday morning after muriatic acid was reported at a property in the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive.
- Crews were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. and upon arrival sampled the substance, confirming it was muriatic acid — a strong acid also known as hydrochloric acid.
- No injuries were reported and no one was transported from the scene. HazMat crews are working to neutralize the spill.
- The cause has not been released.
Timeline
The cause of the spill has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported at this time.
Exposure to muriatic acid can cause severe burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Residents in the immediate area are advised to stay away from the scene while HazMat crews work to neutralize the spill.
Muriatic acid, also known as hydrochloric acid, is a strong corrosive acid commonly used in construction, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
Upon arrival, crews sampled the substance and confirmed it was muriatic acid.
Lexington firefighters were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. Friday to the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive for a reported HazMat condition.
Incident reported at 3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr.
The cause of the spill has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported at this time.
Exposure to muriatic acid can cause severe burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Residents in the immediate area are advised to stay away from the scene while HazMat crews work to neutralize the spill.
Muriatic acid, also known as hydrochloric acid, is a strong corrosive acid commonly used in construction, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
Upon arrival, crews sampled the substance and confirmed it was muriatic acid.
Lexington firefighters were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. Friday to the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive for a reported HazMat condition.
Incident reported at 3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr.
The cause of the spill has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported at this time.
Exposure to muriatic acid can cause severe burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Residents in the immediate area are advised to stay away from the scene while HazMat crews work to neutralize the spill.
Muriatic acid, also known as hydrochloric acid, is a strong corrosive acid commonly used in construction, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
Upon arrival, crews sampled the substance and confirmed it was muriatic acid.
Lexington firefighters were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. Friday to the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive for a reported HazMat condition.
Incident reported at 3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr.
The cause of the spill has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported at this time.
Exposure to muriatic acid can cause severe burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Residents in the immediate area are advised to stay away from the scene while HazMat crews work to neutralize the spill.
Muriatic acid, also known as hydrochloric acid, is a strong corrosive acid commonly used in construction, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
Upon arrival, crews sampled the substance and confirmed it was muriatic acid.
Lexington firefighters were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. Friday to the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive for a reported HazMat condition.
Incident reported at 3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr.
The cause of the spill has not been released. The investigation is ongoing.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported at this time.
Exposure to muriatic acid can cause severe burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Residents in the immediate area are advised to stay away from the scene while HazMat crews work to neutralize the spill.
Muriatic acid, also known as hydrochloric acid, is a strong corrosive acid commonly used in construction, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
Upon arrival, crews sampled the substance and confirmed it was muriatic acid.
Lexington firefighters were dispatched at 5:53 a.m. Friday to the 3500 block of Lansdowne Drive for a reported HazMat condition.
Incident reported at 3500 Block of Lansdowne Dr.
Stay up-to-date
Download Citizen
