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Mon. 9:30 a.m.: Evacuation under way after chemical leak near Girard

WEATHERSFIELD — Homes and business within a mile radius of Predator Trucking Co. outside of Girard are being evacuated this morning after an apparent chemical release.

Weathersfield Township Fire Department, the Girard Police Department and HazMat units have been dispatched to the company, 1775 N. State St., and to homes and businesses surrounding it. The Niles Community Services Center is being set up as an evacuation point.

At 7:22 a.m., a passerby reported smoke coming from the rear of the Predator Trucking building. Twelve minutes later, firefighters said there appeared to be chemical release. Firefighters donned air packs and called in help to both contain the chemicals and to evacuate the area.

The Tribune Chronicle has dispatched a reporter to the scene. Updates will be posted as they become available.

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