Chemical Deployment Triggers AT-Alert in Hartberg

In the eastern Styrian town of Hartberg, a chemical reaction of a liquid during recycling operations at a disposal facility caused a large cloud of steam early on Wednesday morning. This was reported by the district fire command. No one was harmed, but the AT-Alert was triggered as a precaution in the morning. There were noticeable odor developments.

Chemical Leaked in Hartberg: Fire Department Reports Only Steam Cloud

The chemical reaction is believed to have occurred while shredding empty barrels at a disposal company in Hartberg near the train station. A white cloud of steam subsequently spread over almost the entire city.

In addition to the Hartberg Volunteer Fire Department, four other fire departments and special forces were deployed. The latter analyzed the leaked substance. The chemical alarm service of the state of Styria was also on site to assess the situation. By the morning, an all-clear was given. No one was injured during the operation, neither the company personnel nor the emergency forces.

The residents of Hartberg received a message with a warning from the AT-Alert on their mobile phones around 6:30 a.m.: They were advised to stay indoors, close windows and doors, and turn off ventilation systems. The AT-Alert was lifted again around 9:30 a.m.

(APA/Red)

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