Workers in part of the old NVF Plant on West Mulberry Street in the Borough of Kennett Square, caused a small fire while demolishing an old machine in the #1 tower. While cutting a pipe with a torch a small amount of liquid was released, ignited and burned. The fire was quickly extinguished but not before 1 worker suffered minor burns. All persons were evacuated until The Chester County Hazmat Team could determine the material posed no further problems. The Company was in-service for over 3 hours. One Firefighter suffered minors injuries from a fall.
Units:
Engine 24-1, Engine 24-2, Tower-24
Mutual Aid:
Longwood, Avondale, Chester County Hazmat Team and Chester County Fire Marshall's
