Tuesday 24
November
17.41
Gilda Parade, Hengrove, Bristol
Avon Fire &
Rescue Service (AF&RS) was called after a small quantity of
acid was spilt in a Bristol shop.
The initial
attendance included two fire engines from Temple Fire Station along
with a fire engine and the Environmental Response Unit from
Brislington Fire Station. As three people who had been in the shop
at the time of the spillage complained of breathing difficulties,
firefighters entered the property wearing breathing apparatus.
Specialist
chemical identification officers and equipment from AF&RS were
also bought in during the incident. Following the officers’
investigation the substance was found to be a mild, but pungent
smelling acid, that posed no long term health dangers to those who
had been exposed to it.
The incident is
being investigated by the police.