By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.
Pool chemical mishap brings hazmat team to Turlock High
THS chemical spill
The Turlock Fire Department contacted the Stanislaus County Department of Environmental Resources to assist in cleaning up an accidental mix of hydrochloric acid and chlorine at the Turlock High pool. - photo by Photo Contributed

A pool chemical supplier accidently pumped acid into the chlorine tank at the Turlock High Pool on Tuesday, prompting the evacuation of nearby classrooms.

Turlock High officials contacted the Turlock Fire Department around 1 p.m. Tuesday after a scheduled delivery of hydrochloric acid and chlorine had accidently mixed.

The Turlock Fire Department responded to the scene and later contacted the Stanislaus County Department of Environmental Resources which assisted in decontaminating the area. 

No students were injured during this incident, however, the delivery driver was transported to a nearby hospital for a precautionary evaluation.

According to school officials, students were evacuated from classrooms adjacent to the pool and a safety perimeter was set up to prevent people from walking into the contaminated area.

School dismissal occurred at the regular time.

 

Fraternity row-a-thon to benefit asthma awareness
row-a-thon
The members of Theta Chi will once again spend 18 consecutive hours rowing around the reflection pond at the front of Stanislaus State to raise funds for Breathe California (Photo contributed).
The annual Theta Chi row-a-thon will be held on April 15 and 16, beginning each day at 6 a.m. and concluding at midnight at Stanislaus State.
Would you like to keep reading?
You have 2 free views remaining. Use one of your views to read more.