Possible hazmat at residence from chemical mix outdoors, Westport NY


A resident accidentally mixed lye and water in an aluminum pot, creating a corrosive substance outside the building. No illnesses reported, and fire responders are investigating the possible hazmat situation.
Audio|Source: Essex County Police, Fire, and EMS - Southeast
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possible hazmat[1] response
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an investigation of a possible hazmat[1] incident repeating for westport fire near respond near NY-22 for a possible hazmat incident time is 1619 to special 908 this county dispatch westport 350
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3.50 is the route to sing. 3C350. There's no illnesses at this residence. The caller was attempting to make soap accidentally mixed lye and water in an aluminum pot state that it caused a corrosive substance. Everything is outside of the building. Again, there is no general illness. Receive, thank you.
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hazmat: Hazardous Materials Incident
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Location mentioned:
Near NY-22, Westport, NY 12993
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