Chemical Warehouse Fire Forces Evacuation of 1,500
From United Press International
ATTLEBORO, Mass. —
Fire early Friday roared through a chemical company warehouse where toxic substances were stored, forcing the evacuation of 1,500 residents for several hours, officials said. A hazardous waste cleanup crew was called in to remove the drums of acetone and cyanide.
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