Pittsburg: Health officials respond to suspected chlorine leak at local chemical plant
PITTSBURG — Contra Costa County health workers are responding to a suspected chlorine leak near a local chemical plant and alerting residents to be aware of possible health hazards.
The department’s Hazmat Team responded to an incident at Corteva Agriscience facility. The plant is located on Lovridge Road, about 2.6 miles east of downtown Pittsburg. Corteva is an agricultural manufacture company that produces fungicides, herbicides, insecticides and seed treatments that protect against weeds and diseases.
People in the area could possibly experience eye, skin, nose or throat irritation, the department states.
If people experience any irritation, they should go inside and rinse irritated areas of the body with water. Those with respiratory sensitivities should use caution and avoid the area.
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