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Posted: Thursday, 09 July 2009 1:54PM

Small Benzene Spill Forces Evacuations at St. Joseph's University



 

by KYW's John McDevitt

One person was being treated and dozens of others were evacuated after a hazardous chemical spilled inside a lab at St. Joseph's University's science center.

The mishap occurred around 12:30pm.

Fire officials say the substance -- benzene -- can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

A decontamination corridor was set up near the spill site to help anyone exposed to the chemical rinse it off.

 


 
 
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