JFRD & JSO on the scene right now
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – JFRD is responding to a hydrochloric acid chemical spill from a rail car.
People in the area below need to evacuate immediately.
According to the CDC’s website, symptoms of exposure are:
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coughing or wheezing
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difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, or chest pain
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stomach pain or vomiting
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increased pain or a discharge from exposed eyes
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increased redness or pain or a pus-like discharge in the area of a skin burn
The CDC recommends people call their doctor or the Emergency Department if you develop any unusual signs or symptoms within the next 24 hours.
#ALERTJAX – HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT
September 17, 2023 – 2:50 a.m.- Due to a chemical leak in the area of Philips Hwy near JTB, JFRD has issued an immediate evacuation order for anyone in the area.
Gather your family and pets and LEAVE NOW! pic.twitter.com/iYCT1HGzJa— JaxReady (@JaxReady) September 17, 2023
All lanes of Phillips highway between University Boulevard and JTB are closed until further notice.
News4Jax will update as we get more information.
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