By Jonathan Gang
Boston University News Service
UPDATE 6:20pm:
The fire department has given the all clear for the affected areas.
Fire companies clear of the Haz Mat. Streets starting to reopen in area.
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) February 2, 2016
Original Story
The Boston Fire Department is responding to a hazmat situation at the intersection of Beacon Street and Kenmore Street.
According to the Fire Department’s Twitter, the cause appears to be a leaking bottle of hydrochloric acid aboard a FedEx truck.
A FedEx panel truck had a box with a bottle of hydrochloric acid leaking in it. A Level 3 response as a precaution.
— Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) February 2, 2016
The Boston University Police Department has recommended people avoid the area.
The Boston Police & Fire Depts are investigating a Haz-Mat incident on Beacon St. near Mass Ave. Avoid the area until further notice.
— BU Police Department (@BUPolice) February 2, 2016
This is a developing story. Please check back for more updates.
